Asked by Jestina Maron on Apr 23, 2024
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Explain why the synthetic route shown below would be unsuccessful. 
Synthetic Route
The planned sequence of chemical reactions used to convert starting materials into desired products in the laboratory or industry.
- Design and understand synthetic pathways for the transformation of organic compounds.
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Zybrea KnightMay 02, 2024
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The tertiary bromide is too hindered to undergo an SN2 reaction with hydroxide. However, the hydroxide is a strong base and would react with the bromide above to yield an alkene via an E2 mechanism.
Learning Objectives
- Design and understand synthetic pathways for the transformation of organic compounds.
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