Question

The reaction of `SOCI_(2) on alkanols to from alky 1 chlorides gives good yields because
A. alkyl chlorides are immiscible with `SOCI_(2)`
B. the reaction does not oC Cur via intermediate formation of an alky chlorosulphite
C. alcohol and `SOCI_(2)` are soluble in water
D. the other products of the reaction are gaseous and escape out

Answer 1

Correct Answer - D
`R -OH + SOCI_(2) rarr R -CI (l) + HC (g) + SO_(2) (g)`
The gaseous byproducts escape out on its own continuously driving the reaction in forward direction .