Hydrolysis Reactions Of Halogenoalkanes Flashcards
1
Q
Conditions & explanation for hydrolysis
A
Water or hydroxide ions replace an atom in a molecule with an -OH group .
A water molecule contains delta negative O and 2 delta positive H. This means the O is attracted to the positive C in the halogenoalkane.
2
Q
Reaction for hydrolysis
A
RX + H2O —> ROH + HX
3
Q
Product for hydrolysis
A
An alcohol - colourless liquid.
