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STANDARD Chemistry Alkynes MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Identify the reagent from the following list which can easily distinguish between 1-butyne and 2-butyne.

A

Bromine water

B

Baeyer's reagent

C

Dilute H₂SO₄ + HgSO₄

D

Ammoniacal Cu₂Cl₂

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Ammoniacal Cu₂Cl₂ reacts with terminal alkynes like 1-butyne to form a copper acetylide precipitate, while 2-butyne does not react, allowing for differentiation.

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