Synthesis of Esters from Acid Chlorides and Anhydrides
Which reagent...
Question
Which reagent converts propene to 1-propanol?
A
H2O,H2SO4
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B
B2H6H2O2,OH−
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C
Hg(OAc)2,NaBH4/H2O
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D
Aq.KOH
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Solution
The correct option is BB2H6H2O2,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.