NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Which of the following statements is true regarding the addition of water to alkenes with concentrated sulfuric acid?
Options
- AThe reaction follows anti-Markovnikov addition.
- BThe reaction is exothermic.
- CThe product is an aldehyde.
- DThe presence of sulfuric acid is optional.
Correct answer
A. The reaction follows anti-Markovnikov addition.
Step-by-step solution
The addition of water to alkenes in the presence of concentrated sulfuric acid follows Markovnikov addition, not anti-Markovnikov addition.