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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following gives positive Iodoform test :
Options
A 1-Propanol
B 2-Propanol
Correct Answer
C 3-Propanol
D None of these
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

2-Propanol (isopropyl alcohol, CH3-CHOH-CH3) gives a positive iodoform test because it has the CH3-CH(OH)- group, which is oxidized to a methyl ketone that reacts with iodine and base to form iodoform (CHI3).

Hint

Which alcohol has the CH3-CHOH- group necessary for iodoform test?

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