engineering chemistry MCQ #141

The reaction of 2-methyl-2-propanol with conc. H2SO4 gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #141

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of 2-methyl-2-propanol with conc. H2SO4 gives

    • A) 2-Methylpropene
    • B) 2-Methyl-2-propanol
    • C) Di-tert-butyl ether
    • D) Isobutane

    Answer: 2-Methylpropene

    Explanation: Tertiary alcohols like 2-methyl-2-propanol undergo dehydration to form alkenes, in this case, 2-methylpropene.