NEETChemistryHaloalkanes and Haloarenes
What is the purpose of an oxidizing agent like HNO 3 or HIO 4 in iodination reactions?
Options
- ATo reduce HI to iodine.
- BTo oxidize the reactants.
- CTo enhance the reactivity of iodine.
- DTo oxidize the HI formed during iodination.
Correct answer
D. To oxidize the HI formed during iodination.
Step-by-step solution
Oxidizing agents like HNO 3 and HIO 4 are used to oxidize the HI formed during iodination reactions.