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2-Phenyl propene on acidic hydration giv...

2-Phenyl propene on acidic hydration gives :

A

2-phenyl-2-propanol

B

2-phenyl-1-propanol

C

3-phenyl-1-propanol

D

1-phenyl-2-propanol

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The correct Answer is:
A
Acidic hydration of 2-phenyl propene follows electrophilic reaction mechanism forming an intermediate `3^@` carbocation (more stable) , thereby forming 2-phenylpropan-2-ol.
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