NEETChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
Which type of alcohol can react with HCl without the need for a catalyst?
Options
- APrimary alcohols
- BSecondary alcohols
- CTertiary alcohols
- DAll alcohols require a catalyst.
Correct answer
C. Tertiary alcohols
Step-by-step solution
Tertiary alcohols can react with concentrated HCl at room temperature without the need for a catalyst.