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Alcohols, Phenols And Ethers

Question
CBSEENCH12008294

Write the equation of the reaction of hydrogen iodide with 1-proxypropane.

Solution
If HI is present in limited amount, a mixture of 1-iodo propane and 1-propanol is formed. If excess of HI is present, then 1-propanol formed further reacts with HI and 1-iodo propane only is formed.