engineering chemistry MCQ #196

The Lucas test is used to distinguish?

engineering chemistry MCQ #196

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The Lucas test is used to distinguish?

    • 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 differentiates between primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols based on their reactivity with Lucas reagent (ZnCl2 in HCl).