It’s not necessarily the cleanest reaction, but yes. That said, if you’re thinking of its Hollywood use case as a quick knockout agent, it’s not very effective for that purpose. It’s not non-hazardous, though; exposure for several minutes can cause dizziness and fainting, and prolonged storage can lead to phosgene formation through autoxidation.
Ether chloride is not a thing. Ethyl chloride (chloroethane) is, but in fear and loathing, they’re likely referring to diethyl ether. When people say “ether” it’s generally accepted as meaning diethyl ether.
It’s not necessarily the cleanest reaction, but yes. That said, if you’re thinking of its Hollywood use case as a quick knockout agent, it’s not very effective for that purpose. It’s not non-hazardous, though; exposure for several minutes can cause dizziness and fainting, and prolonged storage can lead to phosgene formation through autoxidation.
I’m thinking the more Fear and Loathing use case
Are you thinking about the Ether scene? Ether Chloride.
Ether chloride is not a thing. Ethyl chloride (chloroethane) is, but in fear and loathing, they’re likely referring to diethyl ether. When people say “ether” it’s generally accepted as meaning diethyl ether.
I try to stand while I watch myself get corrected in 3rd person.
Lol yeah, I’m dumb sometimes