engineering chemistry MCQ #608

What is the product of the reaction between propanal and CH₃MgBr?

engineering chemistry MCQ #608

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the product of the reaction between propanal and CH₃MgBr?

    • A) 2-butanol
    • B) 2-methyl-1-propanol
    • C) 1-propanol
    • D) 2-pentanol

    Answer: 2-butanol

    Explanation: Aldehydes react with Grignard reagents to form secondary alcohols. Propanal reacts with CH₃MgBr to form 2-butanol.