The Darzens reaction involves a two-step, base-catalyzed condensation of ethyl
Chapter 23, Problem 23.58(choose chapter or problem)
The Darzens reaction involves a two-step, base-catalyzed condensation of ethyl chloroacetate with a ketone to yield an epoxy ester. The first step is a carbonyl condensation reaction, and the second step is an SN2 reaction. Write both steps, and show their mechanisms. O Na+ OEt Ethanol + ClCH2CO2Et O CHCO2Et
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