Chapter 11, Problem 11.50AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason as to why propylene oxide is used to remove $\text{HCl}$ quantitatively in a reaction is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

In a neutralization reaction, an acid and base reacts to give water and salt of an acid and base. To remove an acid, any base can be used. Type of base used is dependent upon the type of reaction and its effect on the stereochemistry of the product. Propylene oxide undergoes the hydrolysis reaction in presence of an acid and base to give a substituted product.