Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 100
Question: In the following reaction. $ C_2H_5OC_2H_5+4H\xrightarrow{RedP+HI}2X+H_2O; $ X is
Options:
A) ethane
B) ethylene
C) butane
D) propane
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
[a] Ethers are reduced by red and P and HI to alkanes through alkyl iodides $ C_2H_5OC_2H_5\xrightarrow{redP+HI}2C_2H_5I\xrightarrow{redP+HI}2C_2H_6 $