Chapter 17, Problem 28P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

It is to be determined that the structure of Cineole with molecular formula ${\text{C}}_{\text{10}}{\text{H}}_{\text{18}}\text{O}$ has no double or triple bond and on reaction with hydrochloric acid, it gives the dichloride.

Concept introduction:

The ethers, on heating with hydrogen halides, undergo carbon-oxygen bond cleavage and form two corresponding alkyl halides.

The halogen atoms get bonded to the carbons which are bonded to oxygen in ether.