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A single alkene is produced when an alkyl bromide reacts with sodium ethoxide and ethanol. This alkene undergoes hydrogenation and produces 2-methyl butane. What is the identity of the alkyl bromide?
ChemistryHydrocarbonsNEET
Options:
  • A 1-bromo-2, 2-dimethylpropane
  • B 1-bromobutane
  • C 1-bromo-2-methylbutane
  • D 2-bromo-2-methylbutane
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 1-bromo-2-methylbutane

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