In an Acid-Catalyzed Hydration, Which of the Following Alkynes Is

question 161

Multiple Choice

In an acid-catalyzed hydration, which of the following alkynes is expected to produce a single ketone?

• A) 2-decyne
• B) 3-decyne
• C) 4-decyne
• D) 5-decyne
• E) All of the above will give a single product

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