STANDARDChemistry-Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
STANDARD Chemistry Grignard Reagents MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
The order of reactivities of methyl halides in the formation of Grignard reagent is
A
CH₃I > CH₃Br > CH₃Cl
B
CH₃Cl > CH₃Br > CH₃I
C
CH₃Br > CH₃Cl > CH₃I
D
CH₃Br > CH₃I > CH₃Cl
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The reactivity order is based on the bond strength and leaving group ability, with iodide being the best leaving group.
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