Question

When neo-pentyl alcohol is treated with $H_2SO_4$, a mixture of two alkenes (85 : 15) is formed. Which statement/s is/are correct about these alkenes?

• A. Both give same major product with HBr.
• B. Both give same products (major) with HBr $R_2O_2/$light.
• C. The alkene which is formed in 85% concentration has higher heat of hydrogenation than the other one obtained in 15% concentration.
• D. Both give same product on ozonolysis.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Correct answer is (a) Both give same major product with HBr.