Question

When propyne is treated with aqueous sulphuric acid in presence of mercuric sulphate, the major product is_

Answer 1

Answer:

acetone

When propyne is treated with dilute sulphuric acid in presence of mercury II sulphate, the major product is acetone

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Answer 2

Answer:

Acetone

Explanation:

When propyne is treated with dilute sulphuric acid in presence of mercury II sulphate, the major product is acetone. A molecule of water is added to C=C double bond to from an enol which tautomerizes to keto form.

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