The addition of hypo-chicrous acid to 1 butene gives:

Correct answer: D. None of the above

  • A. 1-chloro 1-butanol
  • B. 2-chloro 1-butanol
  • C. Both (A) and (B)
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

When hypochlorous acid (HClO) reacts with 1-butene, the main product formed is 1-chloro-1-butane. In this reaction, a chlorine atom replaces a hydrogen atom in the alkene. The first option mentions 1-chloro 1-butanol, which is incorrect because it suggests the presence of a hydroxyl (-OH) group that does not form in this reaction. The second option, 2-chloro 1-butanol, is also incorrect for the same reason; it implies the formation of a different structure that does not result from the reaction. The third option, stating both A and B, is invalid since neither product is correct. Therefore, the correct answer is 'None of the above,' as the actual product is 1-chloro-1-butane, which is not provided in the options.

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