NEET2020Chemistry-Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
NEET 2020 Chemistry Preparation of Alcohols MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Reaction between acetone and methylmagnesium chloride followed by hydrolysis will give:
A
Tert. butyl alcohol
B
Isobutyl alcohol
C
Isopropyl alcohol
D
Sec. butyl alcohol
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The reaction of acetone with methylmagnesium chloride (Grignard reagent) followed by hydrolysis forms tert. butyl alcohol. The Grignard reagent adds to the carbonyl group of acetone, forming a tertiary alcohol after hydrolysis.
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