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CHM 102 Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature Objective Question
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What is the major product when 2-butyne is hydrated with HgSO4/H2SO4?
Options
A Butanal
B 2-Butanone
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C Mixture of butanone and butanal
D No reaction
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hydration of internal alkynes gives ketones. 2-Butyne (CH3C≡CCH3) gives 2-butanone (CH3COCH2CH3).

Hint

Symmetrical alkyne gives a single ketone.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 225 of 1999
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