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The final product (D) in the above conversion is

The correct answer is
2-Butanol

To solve the problem and identify the final product (D) in the given reaction sequence, let's analyze each step.

  1. The starting material is an alkyne, specifically 2-butyne (CH3C≡CCH3).

    The first step involves the addition of 1 mole of H2 in the presence of Ni, resulting in partial hydrogenation.

    This converts the alkyne to a cis-alkene (A): CH3CH=CHCH3.

  2. The alkene is treated with PhCO3H and H3O+, resulting in an epoxidation and subsequent opening of the epoxide to give a diol, (B):

    The structure of (B) is a vicinal diol.

  3. Upon reaction with HIO4, the diol undergoes oxidative cleavage to form carbonyl compounds.

    The result is an aldehyde and a ketone.

    (C): Acetone (CH3COCH3) and formaldehyde (HCHO).

  4. Finally, the reaction with EtMgBr in Et2O followed by H+ converts formaldehyde to a primary alcohol:

    Ethylmagnesium bromide adds to the aldehyde, yielding an alcohol after hydrolysis (D).

    This results in 2-butanol (CH3CHOHCH2CH3).

Therefore, the final product (D) is 2-Butanol. It is formed through the Grignard reaction with formaldehyde and subsequent protonation.

Correct Answer: 2-Butanol

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    (B). Freezing point of water is 0°C
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