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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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Hydroboration-oxidation of 2-Methylpropene gives
Options
A 2-Methyl-2-propanol
B 1,2,3-Propanetriol
C 2-Methyl-1-propanol
Correct Answer
D 1,2-Propanediol
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Hydroboration-oxidation of 2-methylpropene (CH3-C(CH3)=CH2) gives 2-methyl-1-propanol (isobutyl alcohol). The OH adds to the less substituted (terminal) carbon, and H adds to the more substituted carbon.

Hint

What is the anti-Markovnikov product of hydration of 2-methylpropene?

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