Question- acid-catalyzed dehydration of 3-methyl-2-butanol


Question- Acid-catalyzed dehydration of 3-methyl-2-butanol gives three alkenes: 2-methyl-2-butene, 3-methyl-1-butene, and 2-methyl-1-butene. Draw the structure of the carbocation intermediate leading to the formation of 2-methyl-1-butene.

Illustrate structures to prove your interpretation.

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Chemistry: Question- acid-catalyzed dehydration of 3-methyl-2-butanol
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