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:
- Reaction proceeds through carbocation intermediate: