In the synthesis of sodium lauryl sulphate,lauryl alcohol is treated with $H_2SO_4$ to form lauryl hydrogen sulphate,which is then neutralized with $NaOH$. The structure of lauryl alcohol is $CH_3(CH_2)_nCH_2OH$. What is the value of '$n$'?
- A$10$
- B$12$
- C$16$
- D$14$
Explore More
Similar Questions
Identify the correct statements from the following:
$(i)$ Petrol and $CNG$ operated automobiles cause less pollution.
$(ii)$ Alkanes having tertiary hydrogen can be oxidised to alcohols by $KMnO_4$.
$(iii)$ Methane can be prepared by Kolbe's electrolytic method.
$(iv)$ Alkyl chloride on reduction with zinc and dilute hydrochloric acid gives alkane.
$(i)$ Petrol and $CNG$ operated automobiles cause less pollution.
$(ii)$ Alkanes having tertiary hydrogen can be oxidised to alcohols by $KMnO_4$.
$(iii)$ Methane can be prepared by Kolbe's electrolytic method.
$(iv)$ Alkyl chloride on reduction with zinc and dilute hydrochloric acid gives alkane.
Which of the following has the highest boiling point?
Medium
View SolutionWhat is catenation?
Easy
View SolutionHow many monochloro structural isomers are expected to be formed on free radical monochlorination of isopentane?
If per $H$-atom selectivity for chlorination is $3^o : 2^o : 1^o = 5 : 3.8 : 1$,then identify the correct product ratio for the following reactions.
Vedclass Products
For Students
Vedclass Test Series
Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.
Start Free TrialFor Teachers
Exam Paper Generator
Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.
Try FreeFor Institutes
Online Exam Module
Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.
See Demo