Question

the compound which reacts fastest with lucas at room temperature is​

Answer 1

2-methyl propan-2-ol.

Answer 2

Answer:

The compound which reacts fastest with lucas is 2-methyl propan-2-ol.

2-methyl propan-2-ol being a tertiary alcohol reacts fastest with lucas.

Tertiary alcohols are those that have a saturated carbon atom, to which hydroxy group OH is being attached.

To this saturated carbon atom, the three other carbon atoms are also attached.

The solution of anhydrous zinc chloride dissolved in concentrated hydrochloric acid is called lucas reagent.