engineering chemistry MCQ #808

The reaction of Grignard reagent with CO2 gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #808

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of Grignard reagent with CO2 gives?

    • A) carboxylic acid
    • B) alcohol
    • C) aldehyde
    • D) ketone

    Answer: carboxylic acid

    Explanation: Grignard reagent reacts with CO2 to form a carboxylate salt, which upon acidification gives a carboxylic acid.