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An optically active alkyl bromide \(C_4H_9Br\) reacts with ethanolic KOH to form major compound [A] which reacts with bromine to give compound [B]. Compound [B] reacts with ethanolic KOH and sodamide to give compound [C]. One molecule of water adds to compound [C] on warming with mercuric sulphate and dilute sulphuric acid at \(333\,K\) to form compound [D]. The functional group in compound D is confirmed by :

Updated On: Apr 12, 2026
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The Correct Option is A

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