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ChemistryMediumMCQ2021 · 24 Feb Shift 2

Q46.Which one of the following carbonyl compounds cannot be prepared by addition of water on an alkyne in the presence of HgSO4 and H2 SO4? JEE Main 2021 (24 Feb Shift 2) JEE Main Previous Year Paper (1) (2) (3) (4)

What This Question Tests

This question tests the understanding of the hydration reaction of alkynes (acid-catalyzed with HgSO4), specifically which carbonyl compounds can be formed and the limitations of the reaction with terminal vs. internal alkynes.

Concepts Tested

Hydration of alkynesKeto-enol tautomerismFormation of aldehydes and ketones

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