engineering chemistry MCQ #856

The compound that reacts fastest with Lucas reagent is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #856

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that reacts fastest with Lucas reagent is?

    • A) ethanol
    • B) 2-propanol
    • C) 2-methyl-2-propanol
    • D) 1-propanol

    Answer: 2-methyl-2-propanol

    Explanation: Tertiary alcohols react fastest with Lucas reagent due to the ease of formation of a tertiary carbocation.