engineering chemistry MCQ #473

What is the product of the reaction between ethanal and methylmagnesium bromide?

engineering chemistry MCQ #473

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the product of the reaction between ethanal and methylmagnesium bromide?

    • A) Propan-1-ol
    • B) Propan-2-ol
    • C) Butan-1-ol
    • D) Butan-2-ol

    Answer: Propan-2-ol

    Explanation: The Grignard reagent adds to the carbonyl group, forming a secondary alcohol; ethanal (CH₃CHO) + CH₃MgBr gives propan-2-ol.