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Published on: August 13, 2026
Select the correct statement from the following regarding the preparation of haloalkanes?
A
The hydroxyl group of an alcohol is replaced by halogen on reaction with dill. halogen acids, phosphorus halides or thionyl chloride.
B
The order of reactivity of alcohols with a given haloacid is 
.
. C
The reaction of primary alcohol is conducted by simply shaking the alcohol with concentrated HCl at room temperature.
D
The reactions of secondary alcohols with HCl require the presence of a catalyst, 
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Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Among the given statements, statement is correct while other are incorrect. Their correct
form are as given
• The hydroxyl group of an alcohol is replaced by halogen on reaction with concentrated halogen acids, phosphorus halides or thionyl chloride.
• The order of reactivity of alcohols with a given haloacid is 
.
• The reaction of tertiary alcohols is conducted by simply shaking the alcohol with concentrated HCl at room temperature.
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