Which Series of Reactions Described Below, If Any, Will Result

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which series of reactions described below, if any, will result in the formation of 2-methylpentan-3-one starting with 1-propanol?

• A) 1. (CH₃)₂CHMgBr/ diethyl ether 2. dilute H₃O⁺
• 3) PCC
• B) 1. Na₂Cr₂O₇/H₂SO⁴ and heat 2. SOCl₂
• 3) 2 (CH₃)₂CHMgBr/ diethyl ether
• 4) H₃O⁺
• C) 1. Na₂Cr₂O₇/H₂SO⁴ and heat 2. (CH₃)₂CHMgBr/ diethyl ether
• 3) dilute H₃O⁺
• 4) LiAlH₄
• D) 1. PCC 2. (CH₃)₂CHLi/ diethyl ether
• 3) dilute H₃O⁺
• 4) Na₂Cr₂O₇/H₂SO⁴ and heat
• E) none of the above

---

Definitions:

Nerve Damage

Injury to the nerves, often resulting in loss of movement, sensation, or function in the affected area.

Spinal Nerve Pairs

The 31 pairs of nerves that emerge from the spinal cord, transmitting motor, sensory, and autonomic signals between the spinal cord and the body.

Cervical

Relating to the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina, or relating to the neck region of the spine.

Thoracic

Relating to the thorax or chest region of the body, encompassing the rib cage and organs contained within this area, including the heart and lungs.