An unknown sample of 2-propanol is treated with a mixture of anhydrous ZnCl2 and concentrated HCl. What is the expected time for turbidity appearance?
Q1. An unknown sample of 2-propanol is treated with a mixture of anhydrous ZnCl2 and concentrated HCl. What is the expected time for turbidity appearance?
Answer: Turbidity after 5-10 minutes
Explanation: Secondary alcohols react with Lucas reagent to form an oily layer of alkyl halide within 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature.