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What is the correct order of reactivity of alcohols in R–OH + HCl (ZnCl₂) → R–Cl + H₂O?

NCERT Exemplar Unit 11 Q3, clean source figure panel 1

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Answer:
C
Solution:

Lucas reagent reacts faster as the carbocation becomes more stable: tertiary > secondary > primary.

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