engineering chemistry MCQ #185

The reaction of diethyl ether with HI produces?

engineering chemistry MCQ #185

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of diethyl ether with HI produces?

    • A) Ethyl iodide
    • B) Ethanol
    • C) Ethyl iodide and ethanol
    • D) Diethyl ether remains unchanged

    Answer: Ethyl iodide and ethanol

    Explanation: Diethyl ether reacts with HI to form ethyl iodide and ethanol: (C2H5)2O + HI -> C2H5I + C2H5OH.