Q93 / 200 · NEET 2007 · Chemistry
In the reaction:

Which of the following compounds will be formed?

Which of the following compounds will be formed?
- A

- B

- Correct answerC

- D

Solution
In the cleavage of mixed ethers with two different alkyl groups, the alcohol and alkyl iodide that form depend on the nature of alkyl group.

A Caution $\Rightarrow$ When primary or secondary alkyl groups are present, it is the lower alkyl group that forms alkyl iodide.

A Caution $\Rightarrow$ When primary or secondary alkyl groups are present, it is the lower alkyl group that forms alkyl iodide.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.