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NEET · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
In the reaction between an alcohol and an acid chloride, what is...
In the reaction between an alcohol and an acid chloride, what is the role of pyridine?
Options
- APyridine acts as a reducing agent.
- BPyridine acts as a catalyst.
- CPyridine neutralises the acid chloride.
- DPyridine removes water formed during the reaction.
Correct answer
C. Pyridine neutralises the acid chloride.
Step-by-step solution
Pyridine is used to neutralise the HCl formed during the reaction between an alcohol and an acid chloride.