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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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What is the role of acid in the hydration of alkenes?
Options
A It acts as a reducing agent
B It protonates the alkene to form a carbocation intermediate
Correct Answer
C It deprotonates water
D It oxidizes the alkene
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Acid protonates the alkene, generating a carbocation that is attacked by water, followed by deprotonation to give the alcohol.

Hint

Electrophilic addition mechanism.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 33 of 1999
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