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A-LevelChemistryHalogen derivatives9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2018 · Q251 Mark

A halogenoalkane has the molecular formula C5H11Br. The halogenoalkane does not form an alkene when treated with ethanolic sodium hydroxide. What could be the halogenoalkane?

A1-bromo-2-methylbutane

B2-bromo-2-methylbutane

C3-bromopentane

Dbromodimethylpropane

✓ Correct answer

D: bromodimethylpropane

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Topic: Halogen derivatives, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Oct/Nov 2018 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 25.

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