engineering chemistry MCQ #184

What is the product of the reaction of 2-methyl-2-propanol with HCl?

engineering chemistry MCQ #184

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the product of the reaction of 2-methyl-2-propanol with HCl?

    • A) 2-Methyl-2-chloropropane
    • B) 2-Methyl-1-chloropropane
    • C) 2-Chloro-2-methylpropane
    • D) 1-Chloro-2-methylpropane

    Answer: 2-Chloro-2-methylpropane

    Explanation: The reaction follows an SN1 pathway, resulting in the formation of 2-Chloro-2-methylpropane.