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Predict the product of the following reaction: (CHA3)A3C−OCA2HA5→HI - Chemistry

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Question

Predict the product of the following reaction:

\[\ce{(CH3)3C - OC2H5 ->[HI]}\]

Chemical Equations/Structures
Very Short Answer

Solution 1

Since the tert-butyl carbocation is much more stable compared to the ethyl carbocation, the reaction proceeds via the SN1 mechanism, resulting in the formation of tert-butyl iodide and ethanol as follows:
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Solution 2

\[\ce{(CH3)3C - OC2H5 ->[HI] (CH3)3C - I + C2H5OH}\]

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Notes

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Chapter 11: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers - Intext Questions [Page 343]

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NCERT Chemistry [English] Class 12
Chapter 11 Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
Intext Questions | Q 12.4 | Page 343
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