engineering chemistry MCQ #782

What is the major product of the reaction between (CH₃)₃CBr and H₂O?

engineering chemistry MCQ #782

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the major product of the reaction between (CH₃)₃CBr and H₂O?

    • A) (CH₃)₃COH
    • B) (CH₃)₂C=CH₂
    • C) CH₃CH₂CH=CH₂
    • D) None of these

    Answer: (CH₃)₂C=CH₂

    Explanation: Tertiary alkyl halides undergo SN1 and E1 reactions; E1 is favored, forming (CH₃)₂C=CH₂.