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In the cleavage of ethers with hydrogen halides, why is the term "drastic conditions" used?

Options

  1. ABecause the reaction is very slow
  2. BBecause it requires a high concentration of ethers
  3. CBecause it involves high temperatures and excess hydrogen halides
  4. DBecause it produces a large amount of byproducts

Correct answer

C. Because it involves high temperatures and excess hydrogen halides

Step-by-step solution

"Drastic conditions" are used because the cleavage of ethers with hydrogen halides involves high temperatures and excess hydrogen halides.

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