STANDARDChemistry-Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
STANDARD Chemistry Reactions of Alcohols MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12
The major product formed in the following reaction is
A
CH₃ | CH₃—C—CH₂Br → CH₃OH | H
B
CH₃—CH—CH₂CH₃ | OCH₃
C
CH₃ | CH₃—C=CH₂
D
C₂H₅ | C—CH₃ | OCH₃
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
The reaction proceeds through a 2° carbocation intermediate, which undergoes a 1,2-hydride shift to form a more stable 3° carbocation. This is then attacked by the methanol to form the ether product.
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