Problem- During the hydration and purification of norbornene with sulfuric acid, one of the purification steps is a cold water extraction/wash. Methylene chloride and water are used as the immiscible solvents. The first is the organic layer, which should attract the product, correct? Why is norborneol non-polar when it has an alcohol group? Isn't this the product being pulled out for purification?
Any help is greatly appreciated!