Chemistry · Organic Chemistry - Ether Cleavage
What is the correct statement regarding the primary products X and Y formed in the following reaction? (CH3)3C-O-C2H5 + HI Δ → halide (X) + alcohol (Y)
Verified Solution4 OptionsUpdated: October 2026👁️1 View
Share:
- 1Halide X is formed via an SN2 mechanism.
- 2Halide X undergoes substitution with water via a two-step mechanism (SN1).✓
- 3Alcohol Y gets converted to its corresponding chloride with conc. HCl at room temperature.
- 4Reaction of alcohol Y with Cu at 573 K gives a ketone.
Correct answer
Halide X undergoes substitution with water via a two-step mechanism (SN1).
Download Single Question PDF
Save this question and verified answer as a clean study sheet with live clickable link.
👥
Share with Friends & Study Groups
Challenge your peer aspirants on WhatsApp or Telegram to solve this question!
Online Test Series
Start Free Mock Test →Preparing for Chemistry?
Practice full-length mock tests with real exam timers, instant score analysis, and all-India ranking.
Chapter Practice
Practice Organic Chemistry - Ether Cleavage MCQs →Want more practice questions on Organic Chemistry - Ether Cleavage?
Solve complete topic-wise tests with detailed solutions on GkGet.
Related Practice Questions
Recommended practice questions in Chemistry · Organic Chemistry - Ether Cleavage