Provide the reagents necessary for carrying out the transformation of cyclopentane to cyclopentene.

Cyclopentane

A cycloalkane with the molecular formula C5H10, consisting of a ring of five carbon atoms each connected with two hydrogen atoms, used as a solvent and in organic synthesis.

Cyclopentene

A cyclic hydrocarbon with the molecular formula C5H8, featuring a five-membered ring with one double bond.

Acquire knowledge on the operation of dehydrohalogenation reactions in synthesizing alkenes.
Assess the effect that different reaction environments have on the products produced.

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Durka MuthumalaiMay 30, 2024

Final Answer :

1) Br₂, hν
2) NaOH, acetone

Learning Objectives

Acquire knowledge on the operation of dehydrohalogenation reactions in synthesizing alkenes.
Assess the effect that different reaction environments have on the products produced.

Provide the reagents necessary for carrying out the transformation of cyclopentane to cyclopentene.

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