engineering chemistry MCQ #857

What is the major product of the reaction of 2-chlorobutane with alc. KOH?

engineering chemistry MCQ #857

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the major product of the reaction of 2-chlorobutane with alc. KOH?

    • A) 1-butene
    • B) 2-butene
    • C) 2-butanol
    • D) 1-butanol

    Answer: 2-butene

    Explanation: Alcoholic KOH favors E2 elimination, resulting in the more stable alkene, 2-butene.