Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2011 2011Moderate

Which one of the following would you suggest to locate the position of the double bond between carbon atoms in an organic compound?

Correct answer: C. Oxidation with ozone

  • A. Addition of bromine water
  • B. Addition of HI
  • C. Oxidation with ozone
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

Ozonolysis, i.e., oxidation with ozone, is the method used to point out the position of a double bond in an organic compound. Thus, option 'C' is the correct answer.

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