engineering chemistry MCQ #727

The major product of reaction between (CH3)3CBr and C2H5OH is

engineering chemistry MCQ #727

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The major product of reaction between (CH3)3CBr and C2H5OH is

    • A) (CH3)3COC2H5
    • B) (CH3)2C=CH2
    • C) (CH3)3COH
    • D) C2H5Br

    Answer: (CH3)2C=CH2

    Explanation: Tertiary alkyl halides undergo elimination reaction with weak base C2H5OH, forming alkene as major product.