RAJASTHAN ­ PET Rajasthan PET Solved Paper-2010

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    Grignard reagent is not prepared in aqueous medium but prepared in ether medium, because

    A)  the reagent is highly reactive in ether

    B)  the reagent does not react with water

    C)  the reagent becomes inactive in water

    D)  the reagent reacts with water

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     Since, Grignard reagent reacts with all protic solvents including water, it is not prepared in aqueous medium. Ether is an aprotic solvent, ie, does not give protons.


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