Which of the following will form lactone on treatment with NaOH?

α -

Bromo acid

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β -

Bromo acid

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β -

Hydroxy acid

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δ -

Bromo acid

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Solution

The correct option is D $δ -$ Bromo acid
Bromo acid will form lactone on treatment with NaOH. The lactone formed will contain a six member ring which is stable.

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