MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #237

A chemist is attempting to synthesize tert-butyl alcohol from isobutene. Which reagent should be used as the catalyst?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #237

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A chemist is attempting to synthesize tert-butyl alcohol from isobutene. Which reagent should be used as the catalyst?

    • A) Zinc oxide
    • B) Chromium trioxide
    • C) Raney nickel
    • D) Sulfuric acid

    Answer: Raney nickel

    Explanation: Raney nickel is the correct catalyst, as it efficiently hydrogenates isobutene to form tert-butyl alcohol.