Q69 / 200 · NEET 2023 (All India) · Chemistry

Which amongst the following will be most readily dehydrated under acidic conditions?

  • A
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  • B
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  • Correct answer
    C
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  • D
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Solution

The mechanism for this reaction involves the protonation of one of the hydroxyl groups by the acid catalyst, followed by the loss of a molecule of water to form a carbocation intermediate. The other hydroxyl group then attacks the carbocation.

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Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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