When HCl is formed as a by-product in reactions, it is usually removed from reaction mixtures by

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When HCl is formed as a by-product in reactions, it is usually removed from reaction mixtures by neutralization with aqueous base. At times, however, the use of base is not compatible with the products or conditions of a reaction. It has been found that propylene oxide (2-methyloxirane) can be used to remove HCl quantitatively.

Explain why this procedure works.

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781936221349

6th Edition

Authors: Marc Loudon, Jim Parise

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