Alcohols are prepared by the:
Correct answer: A. Hydration of alkene
- A. Hydration of alkene
- B. Hydrogenation of alkenes
- C. Halogenation of alkenes
- D. Oxidation of alkenes
Explanation
In the case of an unsymmetrical alkene, the reaction takes place in accordance with Markovnikov's rule. Step 1: Protonation of alkene to form carbocation by the attack of an electrophile. Step 2: Attack of nucleophile on carbocation. Step 3: Deprotonation to form an alcohol.
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Alcohols are classified as primary, secondary or tertiary and studied through their hydrogen bonding, acidity, oxidation and reactions with active metals, acids and halogenating agents. Phenols require separate treatment because the hydroxyl group is attached to an aromatic ring, making their acidity and electrophilic substitution different from ordinary alcohols.
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