Question

What happens when diphenyl ethers react with HI

Answer 1

Answer:

For S N1 type reactions, the alkyl halide forms from the fragment of the original molecule that forms the more stable cation. Thus, the reaction of t‐butyl ethyl ether with HI gives t‐butyl iodide and ethyl alcohol.

Answer 2

Answer:

diphenyl ether doesn't react with HI