engineering chemistry MCQ #841

What is the major product of the reaction of 2-bromobutane with sodium ethoxide?

engineering chemistry MCQ #841

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the major product of the reaction of 2-bromobutane with sodium ethoxide?

    • A) 1-butene
    • B) 2-butene
    • C) ethyl isopropyl ether
    • D) 2-ethoxybutane

    Answer: 2-butene

    Explanation: Sodium ethoxide is a strong base, favoring E2 elimination to form the more stable alkene, 2-butene.