engineering chemistry MCQ #138

The Lucas test is used to differentiate between

engineering chemistry MCQ #138

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The Lucas test is used to differentiate between

    • A) Primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols
    • B) Aldehydes and ketones
    • C) Alcohols and phenols
    • D) Ethers and alcohols

    Answer: Primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols

    Explanation: The Lucas test involves the reaction of alcohols with Lucas reagent (ZnCl2 in HCl) to differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols based on their reactivity.