Question

Formation of $\text{but}-2-\text{ene}$ as a major product by the dehydration of $\text{butan}-2-\text{ol}$ is according to ______.

• A. Markovnikov's rule
• B. Saytzeff rule
• C. Steric effect
• D. Anti-markovnikov's rule

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Zaitsev's rule or Saytzeff rule states that, during elimination reaction, the alkene which is more substituted will form the more stable product and will also be the major product.