engineering chemistry MCQ #667

What is the major product of the reaction between 2-methylpropene and HCl?

engineering chemistry MCQ #667

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the major product of the reaction between 2-methylpropene and HCl?

    • A) 2-chloro-2-methylpropane
    • B) 1-chloro-2-methylpropane
    • C) 2-methylpropan-2-ol
    • D) 1-chloropropane

    Answer: 2-chloro-2-methylpropane

    Explanation: The reaction follows Markovnikov's rule, where the H+ adds to the less substituted carbon and Cl- to the more substituted carbon, forming 2-chloro-2-methylpropane.