Question:

Reagents and compound to convert ethyl bromide → 2-butanone:

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Grignard reagents react with acid chlorides to give ketones. CdCl$_2$ is a catalyst.
Updated On: Oct 27, 2025
  • CdCl$_2$; CH$_3$COCl
  • Mg/dry ether; CH$_3$COCl
  • Mg/dry ether, CdCl$_2$; CH$_3$COCl
  • Mg/dry ether, CdCl$_2$; CH$_3$COOH
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Ethyl bromide + Mg → Grignard reagent. Reaction with CH$_3$COCl → 2-butanone. CdCl$_2$ catalyzes reaction.
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