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Ch. 10 - Reactions of Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides, Amines, and Sulfur-Containing Compounds
Bruice - Organic Chemistry 8th Edition
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Capitolo 10, Problema 55g

What is the product of each of the following reactions?
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Step 1: Identify the reactants and reagents. The reactant is a secondary alcohol (CH3CH(CH3)CH2OH), and the reagents are thionyl chloride (SOCl2) and pyridine.
Step 2: Understand the role of SOCl2 and pyridine. SOCl2 is commonly used to convert alcohols into alkyl chlorides via a substitution reaction. Pyridine acts as a base to neutralize the HCl formed during the reaction.
Step 3: Predict the mechanism. The reaction proceeds via nucleophilic substitution (SN2 or SN1 depending on the alcohol type). For secondary alcohols, the mechanism typically involves the formation of an intermediate where the hydroxyl group is replaced by a chlorine atom.
Step 4: Replace the hydroxyl group (-OH) with a chlorine atom (-Cl). The product will be CH3CH(CH3)CH2Cl, where the secondary alcohol is converted into a secondary alkyl chloride.
Step 5: Verify stereochemistry if applicable. Since the starting alcohol is not chiral, stereochemistry is not a concern in this case. The product is a simple alkyl chloride.

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