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A compound A has the molecular formula C5H9Cl. It does not react with bromine in carbon tetrachloride. On treatment with strong base it produces a single compound B. B has a molecular formula C5H8 and reacts with bromine in carbon tetrachloride. Ozonolysis of B produces a compound C which has a molecular formula C5H8O2. Which of the following structures is that of A?

Option: 1


Option: 2


Option: 3


Option: 4


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The reaction of an alkyl halide with KOH (alc) -

\beta- elimination reaction takes place and produces alkenes.

\mathrm{CH_3CH_2Br + KOH (alc.) \rightarrow H_2C=CH_2 + KBr + H_2O}

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Therefore, Option(2) is correct.

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