Q.

Predict the correct intermediate and product in the following reaction:               

H3C-CCHHgSO4H2O,H2SO4Intermediate(A)Product(B)                       [2017]

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Ans.

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In case of unsymmetrical alkynes, addition of H2O occurs in accordance with Markownikoff's rule.