Question

The compound which reacts fastest with Lucas reagent at room temperature, is

A

butan-1-ol

B

butan-2-ol

C

2-methyl propan-1-ol

D

2-methyl propan-2-ol

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Updated on : 2022-09-05
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Correct option is D)

Tertiary alcohol reacts fastest with Lucas reagent at room temperature.

 2-methyl propan-2-ol is a tertiary alcohol, thus reacts immediately with Lucas reagent.

Hence, option D is correct.

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