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Which reagent converts propene to 1-propanol?

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H2O, H2SO4
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B2H6 H2O2, OH
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Hg(OAc)2, NaBH4/H2O
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Aq.KOH
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Solution

The correct option is B B2H6 H2O2, OH
Propene adds to diborane (B2H6) giving an addition product. The addition compound on oxidation gives 1-propanol. Here addition of water takes place according to anti-Markownikoff ’s rule.

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