MHT CET Chemistry Question (2026) — Solution

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Hydroboration-oxidation of an alkene results in the anti-Markovnikov addition of water across the double bond. Propene (CH_3-CH=CH_2) reacts with diborane (B_2H_6) to form tripropylborane as an intermediate. Subsequent oxidation with hydrogen peroxide (H_2O_2) in an alkaline medium yields propan-1-ol. CH_3-CH=CH_2 [2. H_2O_2, OH^-] 1. B_2H_6 CH_3-CH_2-CH_2-OH Answer: Propan-1-ol