Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 12
Consider a diagram showing the hydration of an alkyne using H2SO4 and HgSO4 as catalysts. Which product would be formed when this reaction is carried out with 1-butyne?
A
Butan-2-one
B
Butanal
C
Butan-1-ol
D
Butanoic acid
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, all alkynes other than ethyne give ketones when hydrated. Therefore, 1-butyne would form butan-2-one.
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