JEE Main 2019 — Hydrocarbons Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2019 (Online) 12th January Evening Slot
Question
The major product of the following reaction is –
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Correct answer
B
Step-by-step explanation
Presence of strong base (EtO-) and heat indicates elimination.
Thus, the compound undergoes dehydrohalogenation, and alkene is produced. As per the position of Cl in substrate, the following 2 alkenes are formed as product:
In accordance with Saytzeff rule
will be the major product.
Thus, the compound undergoes dehydrohalogenation, and alkene is produced. As per the position of Cl in substrate, the following 2 alkenes are formed as product:
In accordance with Saytzeff rule
will be the major product.
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