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Chemistry Question on Preparation

Reaction of ethyl formate with excess of CH3Mgl{CH_3Mgl} followed by hydrolysis gives

A

nn-propyl alcohol

B

isopropyl alcohol

C

acetaldehyde

D

acetone.

Answer

isopropyl alcohol

Explanation

Solution

Secondary alcohol is obtained by reaction of ethyl formate with an excess of Grignard reagent followed by hydrolysis