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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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What is the product of hydration (addition of water) of 2-methylpropene?
Options
A 1-propanol
B 2-propanol
C 2-methyl-1-propanol
D 2-methyl-2-propanol (tert-butyl alcohol)
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hydration follows Markovnikov's rule: H adds to the less substituted carbon, OH to the more substituted (tertiary) carbon, giving 2-methyl-2-propanol.

Hint

OH ends up on the more substituted carbon.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 133 of 1999
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