NEETChemistryHaloalkanes and Haloarenes
Why is it necessary to avoid even traces of moisture during the use of a Grignard reagent?
Options
- AMoisture can neutralize the acidity of the Grignard reagent.
- BGrignard reagents are highly reactive and react with water to give corresponding hydrocarbons.
- CMoisture can diminish the reactivity of the Grignard reagent.
- DMoisture can decrease the solubility of the Grignard reagent in organic solvents.
Correct answer
B. Grignard reagents are highly reactive and react with water to give corresponding hydrocarbons.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Grignard reagents are highly reactive and react with water to give corresponding hydrocarbons.