Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2013 2013Moderate

Which one of the following will not undergo dehydrogenation?

Correct answer: A. COCH3

  • A. COCH3
  • B. (CH 3)2 CHOH
  • C. (CH3)3COH
  • D. CH3CH2OH

Explanation

To undergo dehydrogenation, the compound must have OH group. Only compound in option A is not an alcohol thus, it is the correct answer.

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