Asked by princess marian escalera on May 01, 2024

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By what mechanism does cyclohexanol react when treated in sulfuric acid and what compound results?

A) E1; methoxycyclohexane
B) E2; methoxycyclohexane
C) SN1; methoxycyclohexane
D) E2; cyclohexene
E) E1; cyclohexene

Cyclohexanol

Cyclohexanol is a six-membered cyclic compound where one hydrogen atom is replaced by a hydroxyl group, primarily used as a precursor to nylon.

Sulfuric Acid

A strong mineral acid with the molecular formula H2SO4, widely used in industry and laboratory settings for its dehydrating, oxidizing, and sulfonating properties.

  • Master the principles behind the formation of alkenes through dehydrohalogenation reactions.
  • Determine the outcome substances resulting from the dehydration of alcohols.
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Zybrea KnightMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Cyclohexanol reacts with sulfuric acid via an E1 mechanism to form cyclohexene.