Why is the reactivity of all the three c...

Why is the reactivity of all the three classes of alcohols with conc. HCl and `ZnCl_(2)` (Lucas reagent) different ?

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For answre, consult Lucas reagent test for the distinction of primary, secondary and tertiary alcohols (section 8).

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Zn(s)+2HCl to ZnCl_(2)+H_(2)