Identify D in the following sequence of reactions:

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Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Phenol on treatment with \( \mathrm{CHCl_3/aq.\ KOH} \) under refluxing condition, followed by acidification produces p-hydroxy benzaldehyde as the major product and o-hydroxy benzaldehyde as the minor product.
Statement II: The mixture of p-hydroxybenzaldehyde and o-hydroxybenzaldehyde can be easily separated through steam distillation.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

Answer 1

Solution 86
This reaction sequence proceeds as follows:
1. Formation of A (Grignard Reagent): Ethanol is converted to ethyl iodide via reaction with red phosphorus and iodine. Subsequently, ethyl iodide reacts with magnesium in dry ether to yield ethylmagnesium iodide (A), a highly reactive Grignard reagent.
2. Formation of B (Addition to Aldehyde): Ethylmagnesium iodide (A) undergoes addition to formaldehyde (HCHO), forming a magnesium alkoxide intermediate (B). This reaction elongates the carbon chain.
3. Formation of C (Acidification): Acidification of intermediate (B) protonates the alkoxide, resulting in propanol (C).
4. Formation of D: Propan-1-ol (n-propyl alcohol) is the final product, with no further reaction occurring.
Conclusion: The primary product, D, is n-propyl alcohol.

Identify D in the following sequence of reactions:

The Correct Option is A

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