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Do the following solvents: propyl alcohol, butyl alcohol, acetone, isopropyl alcohol react with the following reactants: HCL (liquid), sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid, or lye? Please provide a table.
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Sure, here is a table of the reactions of the given solvents with the given reactants:
| Solvent | HCL (liquid) | Sulfuric acid | Phosphoric acid | Lye |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Propyl alcohol | Reacts to form propyl chloride | Reacts to form propyl sulfate | Reacts to form propyl phosphate | Reacts to form propyl alcoholate |
| Butyl alcohol | Reacts to form butyl chloride | Reacts to form butyl sulfate | Reacts to form butyl phosphate | Reacts to form butyl alcoholate |
| Acetone | No reaction | No reaction | No reaction | Reacts to form acetone enolate |
| Isopropyl alcohol | Reacts to form isopropyl chloride | Reacts to form isopropyl sulfate | Reacts to form isopropyl phosphate | Reacts to form isopropyl alcoholate |
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