Carboxylic Acids Question 157
Question: An organic compound of molecular formula $ C_4H _{10}O $ does not react with sodium. With excess of $ HI, $ it gives only one type of alkyl halide. The compound is
[SCRA 2001]
Options:
A) Ethoxyethane
B) 2-Methoxypropane
C) 1-Methoxypropane
D) 1-Butanol
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Since a single alkyl halide is formed on treatment with HI, it must be a symmetrical ether i.e., ethoxyethane. $ C_2H_5OC_2H_5+2HI\to 2C_2H_5I+H_2O $
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