A-LevelChemistryOrganic synthesis9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2010 · Q231 Mark
Which sequence of reagents may be used in the laboratory to convert propan-1-ol into 2-bromopropane?
Aconcentrated sulfuric acid, followed by bromine
Bconcentrated sulfuric acid, followed by hydrogen bromide
Cethanolic sodium hydroxide, followed by bromine
Dethanolic sodium hydroxide, followed by hydrogen bromide
✓ Correct answer
B: concentrated sulfuric acid, followed by hydrogen bromide
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