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Propan-2-ol undergoes acidic dehydration relatively at a lower temperature than propan-1-ol.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was addressed to me in quiz.My query is from Alcohols and Phenols topic in section Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers of Chemistry – Class 12

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Correct option is (a) True

The explanation is: Acidic DEHYDRATION of alcohols occurs through the formation of a CARBOCATION. Since tertiary alcohol produce the most STABLE carbocations and PRIMARY alcohols produce the least stable carbocation, the dehydration of tertiary and secondary alcohols is relatively easier.



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