What Is the Expected Product of a Grignard Reaction with Atmospheric Oxygen?

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The expected product of a Grignard reaction with atmospheric oxygen is typically an alcohol, specifically a hydroperoxide or an alkoxide, depending on the Grignard reagent used. The reaction occurs due to the high reactivity of Grignard reagents with electrophiles, including oxygen. To remove the resulting hydroperoxide from the crude product, one can employ techniques such as extraction or distillation, ensuring the isolation of the desired organic compound.

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[Chemistry] Grignard Lab question

Hello, can someone please kindly me help me with this question? :confused:

What would be the expected product if the Grignard reagent prepared is reacted with atompsheric oxygen? How would it be removed from the crude product?


Thank you very much!
 
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