engineering chemistry MCQ #304

The most stable carbocation formed during the dehydration of an alcohol is

engineering chemistry MCQ #304

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The most stable carbocation formed during the dehydration of an alcohol is

    • A) Tertiary
    • B) Secondary
    • C) Primary
    • D) Methyl

    Answer: Tertiary

    Explanation: Tertiary carbocations are the most stable due to the +I effect of three alkyl groups.