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What is the product of the hydration of propene (C3H6) when reacted with water in the presence of an acid catalyst?
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Alkenes
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What is the product of the hydration of propene (C3H6) when reacted with water in the presence of an acid catalyst?
Answer
The product of the hydration of propene is propan-1-ol (C3H8O).
Explanation
This question tests the understanding of the electrophilic addition reaction of alkenes. Hydration involves the addition of water across the double bond of the alkene, resulting in the formation of an alcohol. In this case, propene reacts with water to form propan-1-ol.
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Hydration of Alkenes
Students often confuse the hydration of alkenes with the addition of water without recognizing that it involves the formation of an alcohol through an electrophilic addition mechanism.
To correctly outline hydration, state the reaction: Alkene + H2O (in the presence of an acid) → Alcohol. Show the mechanism where the alkene reacts with water, forming a carbocation intermediate before yielding the alcohol.
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