Question
Chemistry Question on Alcohols
The alcohol that produces turbidity immediately with Lucas reagent at room temperature
A
1-hydroxy butane
B
2-hydroxy butane
C
2-hydroxy-2-methyl propane
D
1-hydroxy-2-methyl propane
Answer
2-hydroxy-2-methyl propane
Explanation
Solution
Lucas reagent is used for distinction between primary, secondary and tertiary alcohols. Tertiary alcohol gives turbidity immediately with Lucas reagent. 2-hydroxy-2-methyl propane is a tertiary alcohol.