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NEET · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
What is the mechanism for the cleavage of ethers in the presence of...
What is the mechanism for the cleavage of ethers in the presence of concentrated HI or HBr?
Options
- ASN2 mechanism
- BSN1 mechanism
- CE1 mechanism
- DE2 mechanism
Correct answer
B. SN1 mechanism
Step-by-step solution
The cleavage of ethers in the presence of concentrated HI or HBr follows the SN1 (unimolecular nucleophilic substitution) mechanism, involving the formation of a stable carbocation intermediate.