Question

How is the following conversion carried out? Benzyl chloride → Benzyl alcohol.

Answer 1

add alc. koh to benzyl chloride

Answer 2

Answer:

$\bold{C_{6} H_{5} C H_{2} C l+N a O H \rightarrow C_{6} H_{5} C H_{2} O H+N a C l}$

Explanation:

The benzyl chloride and sodium hydroxide reacts to form benzyl alcohol and sodium chloride. The reacts undergo hydrolysis.

The chemical reaction to convert benzyl chloride to benzyl alcohol is:

$C_{6} H_{5} C H_{2} C l+N a O H \rightarrow C_{6} H_{5} C H_{2} O H+N a C l$

The benzyl alcohol comprises benzene ring with hydroxyl methane. It is a colorless liquid which is slightly denser than water. It is a liquid with fragrance (pleasant) and an anti-oxidant. The contact with eyes and skin causes irritation. The consumption of benzyl alcohol causes ingestion.