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Addition of water to alkenes for NEET Chemistry

A quick, NEET-focused explanation of this topic from the Hydrocarbons chapter of Chemistry.

What Is Addition of water to alkenes?

The addition of water to alkenes, known as hydration, typically occurs in the presence of an acid catalyst to form alcohols.

Key Points to Remember in Addition of water to alkenes

This reaction follows Markownikoff's rule, where the more substituted carbon receives the hydroxyl group.

Addition of water to alkenes in NEET Chemistry: What to Focus On

NEET tests this concept through questions on product prediction and reaction mechanisms.