MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #88

What is the major product of the dehydration of 2-butanol?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #88

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the major product of the dehydration of 2-butanol?

    • A) 1-butene
    • B) 2-butene
    • C) Isobutene
    • D) Butane

    Answer: 2-butene

    Explanation: 2-butanol dehydrates to form 2-butene, following Zaitsev's rule for major product.