In the Synthesis of an Alkene by Alcohol Dehydrating : using E1 Chemistry why do
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Question
In the Synthesis of an Alkene by Alcohol Dehydrating : using E1 Chemistry why do we do these steps for each procedure?:
1. Cool the product or place it in a stoppered container after distillation?
2. Add an aqueous NaOH solution and then draw out the more dense aqueous phase?
3. Add water to the alkene mixture and then draw out the second more dense aqueous phase?
4. Add Calcium Chloride to the alkene mixture
5. After the Calcium Chloride is removed, why is the flask closed with a cork stop and let to sit for a minimum of 5 minutes?
Explanation / Answer
1. Because the required range of reaction temperature decreases with increasing substitution of the hydroxy-containing carbon1