NEETChemistryHaloalkanes and Haloarenes
What is the preferred temperature for the reaction of tertiary alcohols with concentrated HCl?
Options
- ALow temperature
- BRoom temperature
- CHigh temperature
- DNo specific temperature mentioned
Correct answer
B. Room temperature
Step-by-step solution
With tertiary alcohols, the reaction is conducted by simply shaking the alcohol with concentrated HCl at room temperature.