engineering chemistry MCQ #733

The reaction of C2H5Br with alcoholic KOH gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #733

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of C2H5Br with alcoholic KOH gives

    • A) C2H5OH
    • B) C2H4
    • C) C2H6
    • D) C2H5OC2H5

    Answer: C2H4

    Explanation: Alcoholic KOH is a strong base, promotes E2 elimination reaction, forming alkene.