Alkyl Halides and Alcohol

Alkyl halides and alcohols are two of the most versatile and important classes of organic compounds. They serve as building blocks for the synthesis of a vast array of other molecules, including many pharmaceuticals. This chapter will explore the structure, properties, and reactions that produce alcohols and alkyl halides. We will delve into the mechanisms of key reactions, such as radical halogenation, allylic bromination and the conversion of alcohols to alkyl halides and see how these reactions can be used to create new carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds. Understanding the chemistry of alkyl halides and alcohols is crucial not only for a solid foundation in organic chemistry, but also for appreciating the role of these compounds in various fields, from medicine to materials science.

In the subsequent chapter will focus on primarily reactions of alkyl halides (Substitution and Elimination) reactions. 

Reactions of Alkyl Halides