STANDARDChemistry-Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

STANDARD Chemistry Halogen Exchange Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following is halogen exchange reaction?

A

RX + NaI → RI + NaX

B

R—OH + HX → R—X + H₂O

C

R—C≡C—H + HX → R—C≡C—X

D

C₆H₅CH₃ + X₂ → C₆H₅CH₂X + HX

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Halogen exchange reactions involve the exchange of halogens between two compounds. The reaction RX + NaI → RI + NaX is a classic example of halogen exchange, known as the Finkelstein reaction.

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