Question

What would be the reactant and reagent used to obtain 2,4-dimethylpentan-3-ol

Answer 1

Hi, please consider the answer below;

3-chloro-2,4-dimethylpentane is reacted with sodium hydroxide.

These two reagents reacts to form 2,4-dimethylpentan-3-ol which is a tertiary alcohol.

You should also note that there are various methods of preparing alcohols depending on which class of alcohol you are intending to produce.

We have primary, secondary and tertiary alcohols.

Answer 2

3-chloro-2,4-dimethylpentane is reacted with sodium hydroxide to obtain 2,4-dimethylpentan-3-ol.

These two reagents reacts to form 2,4-dimethylpentan-3-ol which is a tertiary alcohol.

Reactant is the substance which takes part in and undergoes the change during the reaction.

Reagent is the substance to use in the chemical analysis and other reactions.

Alcohol is the psychoactive substance which is active ingredient in the drinks i.e. wine, beer and the distilled spirits.