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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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What is the product when 2-butene undergoes ozonolysis followed by reductive workup (Zn/H2O)?
Options
A Butanal
B Acetaldehyde (ethanal)
Correct Answer
C Formaldehyde
D Acetic acid
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ozonolysis of 2-butene (CH3CH=CHCH3) with reductive workup cleaves the double bond to give two molecules of acetaldehyde (ethanal). Oxidative workup would give acetic acid.

Hint

Reductive workup gives aldehydes or ketones.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 170 of 1999
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