NEETChemistryAmines
Which of the following reagents is commonly used for the substitution of a halogen atom with a hydroxide ion in a haloalkane?
Options
- ASodium iodide (NaI)
- BSodium hydroxide (NaOH)
- CPotassium cyanide (KCN)
- DAmmonia (NH 3 )
Correct answer
B. Sodium hydroxide (NaOH)
Step-by-step solution
Sodium hydroxide is often used for the substitution of a halogen atom with a hydroxide ion (nucleophilic substitution).