Q36 / 120 · VITEEE 2007 · Chemistry

In the Grignard reaction, which metal forms an organometallic bond?

  • A
    Sodium
  • B
    Titanium
  • Correct answer
    C
    Magnesium
  • D
    Palladium

Solution

Grignard reagent is a sigma bonded organometallic compound in which $\mathrm{Mg}$ is bonded with one alkyl and one halogen group. This can be prepared as $\mathrm{R}-\mathrm{X}+\mathrm{Mg} \stackrel{\text { ether }}{\longrightarrow} \mathrm{R}-\mathrm{Mg}-\mathrm{X}$

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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