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The product formed in the reaction of propyne with dilute H2SO4 and HgSO4 is

Correct answer: B. Propanone

  • A. Propyl hydrogen sulphate
  • B. Propanone
  • C. Propanal
  • D. Propanol

Explanation

All alkyl except for Ethyne when treated with Acidified HgSO4 will form their respective ketones. Which in the case of Propyne will be Propanone (also known as acetone.) C3H6O. Propanal and Propanol are incorrect as alkynes react with acidified HgSO4 to form ketones, not aldehydes or alcohols.

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