What will be the major organic product from the dehydration of 2-butanol in the presence of a strong acid and high temperature? A) butane-1,2-diol B) butane C) 2-butanone D) 2-butene E) 1-butene

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Problem 13.15E: Classify the following alcohols as primary, secondary, or tertiary: a. b. CH3CH2CH2CH2OH c.
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What will be the major organic product
from the dehydration of 2-butanol in the
presence of a strong acid and high
temperature?
A) butane-1,2-diol
B) butane
C) 2-butanone
D) 2-butene
1-butene
Transcribed Image Text:What will be the major organic product from the dehydration of 2-butanol in the presence of a strong acid and high temperature? A) butane-1,2-diol B) butane C) 2-butanone D) 2-butene 1-butene
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