engineering chemistry MCQ #168

The dehydration of alcohols to form alkenes is an example of

engineering chemistry MCQ #168

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The dehydration of alcohols to form alkenes is an example of

    • A) E1 reaction
    • B) E2 reaction
    • C) SN1 reaction
    • D) SN2 reaction

    Answer: E1 reaction

    Explanation: Dehydration of alcohols typically occurs via an E1 mechanism, involving a carbocation intermediate.