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Which of the following organic compounds will give Lucas test immediately?

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Remember that tertiary alcohols react quickly with PCl₅ to form a white precipitate, while primary and secondary alcohols do not show immediate reactions.

Updated On: May 31, 2026

2-Methylpropan-2-ol
Propan-1-ol
Propan-2-ol
Ethanol

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