(RMgX + CO\_2 (\text{dry})→(\text{ether}) Y (H\_3O^+)→ RCOOH... | Chemistry | SolveeIt | Solveeit

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Question

$RMgX + CO_2 (\text{dry})→(\text{ether}) Y (H_3O^+)→ RCOOH$
What is Y in the above reaction?

A

$RCOO-Mg+X$

B

$R_3CO-Mg+X$

C

$RCOO-X^+$

D

$(RCOO)_2Mg$

Answer

$RCOO-Mg+X$

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (A): $RCOO-Mg+X$