Question Detail
Question
Which of the following compounds on hydrolysis gives propyne?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Aluminum carbide (Al4C3) reacts with water to produce propyne (methylacetylene). The reaction is: Al4C3 + 12H2O → 3CH3-C≡CH + 4Al(OH)3.
Hint
Which metal carbide gives propyne on hydrolysis?