Predict the product of the following reaction sequence:
A)I
B)II
C)III
D)IV

Question

Predict the product of the following reaction sequence: 
A)I 
B)II 
C)III 
D)IV

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The reaction sequence starts with the reaction of iodine with acetone, which results in the formation of iodinated acetone (I). The second step involves the reaction of I with a strong base like sodium hydroxide, which generates an enolate ion (II). This enolate ion (II) is then treated with iodine again, which brings about a substitution reaction, resulting in the formation of triiodomethane (III), also known as iodoform. Therefore, the correct product is option (C), i.e., triiodomethane (Iodoform).

Predict the Product of the Following Reaction Sequence