2-methylbutan-1-ol is heated with an excess of

concentrated sulphuric acid (H2SO4) in order to cause an

elimination reaction.

i) Write an overall equation (using condensed formula) for this

elimination reaction and name the reactants and products as

part of the equation

ii) Draw the product of this reaction in displayed formula.

iii) Provide a ‘curly arrow’ mechanism (in displayed formula) for

the formation of the product supported with an explanation.​

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