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CHM 102 Carbonyl Compounds Objective Question

Question

What type of reaction occurs when a Grignard reagent adds to a ketone, followed by acidic workup?
Options
A Primary alcohol
B Secondary alcohol
C Tertiary alcohol
Correct Answer
D Aldehyde
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ketone + RMgX → tertiary alcohol after workup (R₂C(OH)R). Formaldehyde gives primary alcohols; other aldehydes give secondary alcohols.

Hint

Ketone → tertiary alcohol.

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