engineering chemistry MCQ #792

The major product of the reaction between CH₃CH₂CH₂Br and alc. KOH is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #792

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The major product of the reaction between CH₃CH₂CH₂Br and alc. KOH is?

    • A) CH₃CH₂CH₂OH
    • B) CH₃CH=CH₂
    • C) CH₃CH₂CH₃
    • D) None of these

    Answer: CH₃CH=CH₂

    Explanation: Primary alkyl halides with alc. KOH undergo E2 elimination, forming alkenes (CH₃CH=CH₂).