Question

When Grignard reagent $C{H}_{3}MgBr$ is treated with water, we get

• A. ethane
• B. ethyl alcohol
• C. methyl alcohol
• D. methane

Answer 1

The correct option is D methane

Reaction of grignard reagent with water:
$C{H}_{3}MgBr+H_{2}O\to C{H}_4+Mg\left(OH\right)Br$
So, the product obtained when grignard reagent is treated with water is methane. Here Grignard acts as strong base.