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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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What is the name of the reaction where water adds to an alkene to form an alcohol?
Options
A dehydration
B hydrogenation
C hydration
Correct Answer
D esterification
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hydration is the addition of water across a double bond, typically catalyzed by acid, producing an alcohol.

Hint

The opposite of dehydration.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 20 of 1999
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