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Why is it unwise to begin addition of the solution of carbonyl compound to the Grignard...

Why is it unwise to begin addition of the solution of carbonyl compound to the Grignard reagent before the latter has cooled to room temperature?

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First of all, the Grignard compound by itself can generate explosion when heat is not controlled (too hot). So you should be able to stable it before adding the carbonyl compound to it.

Another strong reason is that the addition of the carbonyl compound to the Grignard compound is a reaction that is extremely exothermic. You already are handling an exothermic reaction, but by adding the carbonyl compound you would be generating more heat, which can be dangerous and difficult to control.

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