Why is it necessary to avoid even traces of moisture during the use of a Grignard reagent?
Why is it necessary to avoid even traces of moisture during the use of a Grignard reagent?
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RMgX+H2O→RH+Mg (OH)X
Because the Grignard reagents are very reactive in nature, even residues of moisture must be avoided. Even minute amounts of water can cause these reagents to generate hydrocarbons.
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