engineering chemistry MCQ #557

The reaction of CH₃CHO with CH₃MgBr followed by hydrolysis gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #557

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of CH₃CHO with CH₃MgBr followed by hydrolysis gives?

    • A) 2-Propanol
    • B) 2-Butanol
    • C) 1-Propanol
    • D) Ethanol

    Answer: 2-Butanol

    Explanation: The Grignard reagent adds to the carbonyl carbon, forming a tertiary alcohol after hydrolysis.