Question

Observe the following reactions \[ \mathrm{Isobutene} \xrightarrow[\mathrm{H^+}]{\mathrm{H_2O}} X \] \[ \mathrm{Isobutane} \xrightarrow{\mathrm{KMnO_4}} Y \] The correct statement regarding \(X\) and \(Y\) is

• A. Both \(X\) and \(Y\) are primary alcohols
• B. Both \(X\) and \(Y\) are tertiary alcohols
• C. \(X\) is primary alcohol and \(Y\) is carboxylic acid
• D. \(X\) is tertiary alcohol and \(Y\) is carboxylic acid

Hint:

Isobutene undergoes Markovnikov hydration to form tert-butyl alcohol. Isobutane on oxidation with hot alkaline \(\mathrm{KMnO_4}\) gives tert-butyl alcohol.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B