Which sodium halide is employed in Finkelstein reaction?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Sodium iodide
The Finkelstein reaction is used to convert alkyl chlorides or bromides into alkyl iodides.
- The reaction is carried out using sodium iodide (NaI) in acetone.
- NaCl or NaBr precipitates out, driving the reaction forward.