Why is it necessary to dry the product alkyl halide (2-chloro-2-methylbutane) carefully with anhydrous sodium sulfate before distillation?
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Step 1: After the synthesis of 2-chloro-2-methylbutane, the organic layer often contains residual water or moisture. Show more…
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