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Question

What is the major product when CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂OH reacts with HI in the presence of red phosphorus?

Options

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Explanation

HI with red phosphorus converts 1-butanol to 1-iodobutane ( CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂I ) via substitution.