Ethylmagnesium iodine - Names and Identifiers
Ethylmagnesium iodine - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C2H5IMg
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Molar Mass | 180.27057 |
Ethylmagnesium iodine - Introduction
Ethyl magnesium iodide (ethylmagnesium) is an organomagnesium compound. The following is a description of the properties, uses, preparation and safety information of ethyl magnesium iodide:
Nature:
1. appearance: ethyl magnesium iodide is a colorless liquid, common in anhydrous ether solution.
2. instability: ethyl magnesium iodide is easily oxidized in the air, sometimes even explosive.
3. Solubility: Ethyl magnesium iodide is soluble in organic solvents.
Use:
Ethyl magnesium iodide is an important organic synthesis reagent, which is widely used in organic synthesis reactions and is often used in the following reactions:
1. Grignard reagent: ethyl magnesium iodide can react with carbonyl compounds such as aldehydes, ketones and esters to generate corresponding alcohols, enols and ether compounds.
2. alkylation of alkyl halide: ethyl magnesium iodide can react with alkyl halide to introduce ethyl group into alkyl halide molecule.
Preparation Method:
Ethyl magnesium iodide is usually produced by reacting magnesium iodide with ethyl bromide. This process is usually carried out in an anhydrous ether solvent.
Safety Information:
1. ethyl magnesium iodide has a strong reactivity, the operation needs to be careful. Prevent contact with skin and eyes.
2. ethyl magnesium iodide should be stored in a sealed container and avoid contact with moisture to avoid dangerous reactions.
3. operation should be carried out in a well-ventilated place.
4. When using ethyl magnesium iodide, you must wear protective glasses and gloves to ensure personal safety.
Last Update:2024-04-09 02:00:40