In the reaction :
Which of the following compounds will be formed?
A
B
C
D
Explanation
In the cleavage of mixed ethers with two different alkyl groups, the alcohol and alkyl iodide that form depend on the nature of alkyl group. When primary or secondary alkyl groups are present, it is the lower alkyl group that forms alkyl iodide therefore
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AIPMT 2006
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
The major organic product in the reaction is
CH3 $$-$$ O $$-$$ CH(CH3)2 + HI $$ \to $$ products
A
CH3I + (CH3)2CHOH
B
CH3OH + (CH3)2CHI
C
ICH2OCH(CH3)2
D
Explanation
In case of unsymmetric ethers when treated with HI then I– attaches to smaller and less complex alkyl group as it follows SN2 mechanism
CH3 $$-$$ O $$-$$ CH(CH3)2 + HI $$ \to $$ CH3I + (CH3)2CHOH
Questions Asked from Alcohol, Phenols and Ethers
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