Q. The reaction of $neo$-pentyl alcohol with concentrated $HCl$ gives
A) $neo$-pentyl chloride
B) 2-chloro-2-methylbutane
C) 2-methyl-2-butene
D) A mixture of $neo$-pentyl chloride and 2-methyl-2-butene
Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: 2-chloro-2-methylbutane.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.