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GUJCET · Chemistry · Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers

Which of the following compound gives only primary alcohol on reaction with Grignard Reagent (RMgX)?

  1. A \(\mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{CH}_2 \mathrm{CHO}\)
  2. B HCHO
  3. C \(\mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{CH}_2 \mathrm{COCH}_3\)
  4. D \(\mathrm{C}_6 \mathrm{H}_3 \mathrm{COCH}_3\)
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Correct Answer

(B) HCHO

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Detailed explanation

HCHO reacts with RMgX to yield a primary alcohol. HCHO