In the reaction of 1-penthylethanol, diethylether, and PCC: Why was it necessary
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Question
In the reaction of 1-penthylethanol, diethylether, and PCC:
Why was it necessary to extract the reaction mixture with an aqueous solution of hydrochloric acid?
To remove unreacted starting material.
To neutralize pyridine, which is a by-product of this reaction.
To force the equilibrium to the side of the products.
To remove excess PCC.
a.To remove unreacted starting material.
b.To neutralize pyridine, which is a by-product of this reaction.
c.To force the equilibrium to the side of the products.
d.To remove excess PCC.
Explanation / Answer
To remove excess PCC.
d.To remove excess PCC.