Question

what is action of lucas reagent on propan-2-ol​

Answer 1

Explanation:

ZnCl2is a Lewis acid because of the presence of empty d-orbitals on Zinc. ... Therefore ZnCl2acts a catalyst and forms H2ZnCl4by reacting with hydrochloric acid (HCl). So, the correct answer is “Option A”. Note: When primary alcohols react with Lucas reagent the solution remains colorless unless it is heated.