Waec Model Questions Vol1 2017 Chemistry Question 8

Practice objective / multiple choice question 8 from the 2017 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Chemistry examination.

Waec Model Questions Vol1 2017 Chemistry Objective / Multiple Choice Medium Difficulty
Question 8 WAEC_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1 • 2017 • CHEMISTRY • objective

The compound C₆H₅CH=CHCH₂CH₃ is treated with N‑bromosuccinimide (NBS) in the presence of light, and the brominated product is subsequently refluxed with aqueous NaOH. Identify the major organic product and give its IUPAC name.

Answer Options

A. 2‑hydroxy‑1‑phenylpent‑1‑ene
B. 3‑hydroxy‑1‑phenylpent‑2‑ene
Correct Answer C. 3‑hydroxy‑1‑phenylpent‑1‑ene
D. 3‑hydroxy‑1‑phenylbut‑1‑ene
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
3‑hydroxy‑1‑phenylpent‑1‑ene

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This is Waec Model Questions Vol1 2017 Chemistry Question 8. It is a objective / multiple choice question from the 2017 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Chemistry examination.

Difficulty level: Medium .

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