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What are A and B in the following reactions? \[ C_3H_4 \xrightarrow[A]{H_2O} X \] \[ (CH_3)_2CHOH \xrightarrow[B]{} X \]

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Terminal alkyne hydration: \[ RC\equiv CH \rightarrow Ketone \] in presence of \[ Hg^{2+}/H^+ \]
Updated On: Jun 17, 2026
  • $H^+,273K;\ Cu/573K$
  • $H^+,273K;\ CrO_3$
  • $Hg^{2+}/H^+,333K;\ PCl_3$
  • $Hg^{2+}/H^+,333K;\ Cu/573K$
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Concept: \[ C_3H_4 \] represents propyne. Hydration of terminal alkynes in the presence of mercuric ions produces ketones.

Step 1:
Hydration of propyne.
\[ CH_3C\equiv CH \xrightarrow[333K]{Hg^{2+}/H^+,H_2O} CH_3COCH_3 \] Thus \[ X = \text{Acetone} \]

Step 2:
Convert isopropyl alcohol into acetone.
\[ (CH_3)_2CHOH \xrightarrow[573K]{Cu} (CH_3)_2CO \] Thus B is copper at 573 K.

Step 3:
Choose the answer.
\[ \boxed{Hg^{2+}/H^+,333K;\ Cu/573K} \]
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