Question

The ratio x/y on completion of the above reaction is _____

Hint:

In reactions involving metal organics like MeMgBr, stoichiometry helps find the ratio of reactants and products.

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 2

The reaction involves the formation of MeMgBr, with \( x \) and \( y \) representing the moles of MeMgBr and H, respectively.
From the reaction: \[ \text{H} + \text{MeMgBr} \rightarrow \text{MeMgBr} + \text{OH}^- \] For the given quantities: - \( x = 2 \) moles of MeMgBr - \( y = 1 \) mole of H
Thus, the ratio of \( x/y \) is: \[ x/y = 2/1 = 2 \] The correct answer is (2).