2-phenyl propene on acidic hydration, gives

Question

2-phenyl propene on acidic hydration, gives (A) 2-phenyl-2-propanol (B) 2-phenyl-1-propanol (C) 3-phenyl-1-propanol (D) 1-phenyl-2-propanol

Tardigrade Admin · Accepted Answer

Reaction proceeds through carbocation intermediate:

Q. 2-phenyl propene on acidic hydration, gives