Question:

An organic compound of molecular formula $C_{4}H_{10}O$ does not react with sodium. With excess of $HI$, it gives only one type of alkyl halide. The compound is

Updated On: Jul 2, 2022
  • ethoxyethane
  • $1$ - butanol
  • $1$ - methoxy propane
  • $2$ - methoxypropane
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Symmetrical ether (here ethoxyethane) gives only one type of halide with excess of $HI$. $\underset{\text{Ethoxyethane}}{ {C2H5OC2H5}}\,+ {2HI -> 2C2H5I +H2O}$
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Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers

Alcohol is formed when a saturated carbon atom bonds to a hydroxyl (-OH) group. It is an organic compound that contains a hydroxyl functional group attached to a carbon atom.

Phenol is formed when the -OH group replaces the hydrogen atom in benzene. It is an organic compound in which a hydroxyl group directly attaches to an aromatic hydrocarbon.

Ether is formed when oxygen atom bonds to two alkyl or aryl groups. It is an organic compound that has an oxygen atom that is connected to two aryl and alkyl groups.

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