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What is the primary purpose of using alkali in the hydrolysis step...
What is the primary purpose of using alkali in the hydrolysis step of the Reimer-Tiemann reaction?
Options
- ATo neutralise acidic byproducts
- BTo increase the reaction rate
- CTo prevent side reactions
- DTo enhance the reaction's selectivity
Correct answer
A. To neutralise acidic byproducts
Step-by-step solution
Alkali is used in the hydrolysis step to neutralise any acidic byproducts formed during the reaction, maintaining the reaction's conditions.