Question detail
What is the product of the hydration of an alkene?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Alkenes
Question
- A. An alcohol
- B. An alkane
- C. A carboxylic acid
- D. An ester
Answer
An alcohol
Explanation
The hydration of an alkene involves the addition of water (H2O) across the double bond, resulting in the formation of an alcohol. This process is a key reaction in organic chemistry.
Common mistake
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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