An alkyl halide by the formation of its Grignard reagent and heating with water yields propane. What is the original alkyl halide?
A
Ethyl bromide
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B
Methyl idode
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C
Ethyl iodide
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D
Propyl bromide
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Solution
The correct option is D Propyl bromide Magnesium can be reacted with alkyl halides or aryl halides to form Grignard reagents. The organic halide is added to a magnesium suspension in an dry ether solvent. It is important to note that the reagent can be made with alkyl chlorides, bromides, and iodides but not with fluorides.
Grignard reagent is highly unstable in water and form an alkane compound after hydrolysis. This is the reason why grignard reagent should be prepared in a dry medium