BVP Medical BVP Medical Solved Paper-2012

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    Which of the following reagents can be used for distinguishing the three classes of alcohols?

    A)  Fentons reagent

    B)  Lucas reagent

    C)  Schiffs reagent

    D)  Tollens reagent

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

                    Lucas reagent can be used for distinguishing the primary, secondary and tertiary alcohols. Lucas reagent is a mixture of cone \[HCl\] and anhydrous \[ZnC{{l}_{2}}\]. Tertiary alcohol \[\xrightarrow[reagent]{Lucas}\] reacts immediately reagent forming an oily layer in cold. Secondary alcohol \[\xrightarrow[reagent]{Lucas}\] reacts within 5-10 min Primary alcohol \[\xrightarrow[reagent]{Lucas}\] does not react appreciably in cold.


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