MEDIUMMCQ SINGLEIChO (Chemistry Olympiad)Inorganic ChemistryAlkyl and Aryl HalidesSingle Choice Questions

Which is the best solvent to use for the solvolysis reaction of t-butyl chloride?

A.Water (b)Carbon tetrachloride✓ Correct

C.Formic acid (d) Heptane

Explanation

Solvolysis means 1 N S ∴ the polar protic solvent is better, so, from the given options the water is polar protic solvent. The reaction is given below:

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