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Conversion of propyne to acetone requires three important reagents. Identify which of the following is not one of the three?(a) Water(b) Zinc dust(c) H2SO4(d) HgSO4I had been asked this question in an international level competition.My question is taken from Preparation of Aldehydes and Ketones in division Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids of Chemistry – Class 12

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Right answer is (B) Zinc DUST

To EXPLAIN: Addition of water to propyne in the presence of H2SO4 and HgSO4 gives acetone. Zinc dust is an important reagent in the OZONOLYSIS of alkenes.



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