Hydrocarbons - Result Question 36

19. $2$-phenyl propene on acidic hydration, gives

(2004, 1M)

(a) $2$-phenyl-$2$-propanol

(b) $2$-phenyl-$1$-propanol

(c) $3$-phenyl-$1$-propanol

(d) $1$-phenyl-$2$-propanol

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 19. (a)

Solution:

  1. Reaction proceeds through carbocation intermediate:

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