In contrast to the rapid reaction shown in 23.39, ethyl acetoacetate requires a

Chapter 23, Problem 23.40

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In contrast to the rapid reaction shown in 23.39, ethyl acetoacetate requires a temperature over 150 C to undergo the same kind of cleavage reaction. How can you explain the difference in reactivity? 2 CH3CO2Et Na+ OEt C Ethanol, 150 C

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