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  4. Isopropyl methyl ether when treated with cold hydrogen iodide gives

Q. Isopropyl methyl ether when treated with cold hydrogen iodide gives

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Solution:

Isopropyl methyl ether when treated with cold hydrogen iodide gives isopropyl alcohol and methyl iodide.
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In case of asymmetrical ethers, the alkyl halide is always formed from the smaller alkyl group.