Lucas reagent is used to test for?

A. alkanes
B. alkanoic acids
C. alkanols
D. amines

Correct Answer:

Option C – alkanols

Explanation

“Lucas’ reagent” is a solution of anhydrous zinc chloride in concentrated hydrochloric acid. This solution is used to classify alcohols of low molecular weight. The reaction is a substitution in which the chloride replaces a hydroxyl group.