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When 1,2-dibromo-3,5-dinitrobenzene is treated with excess
Chapter 11, Problem 61SP(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 61SP
When 1,2-dibromo-3,5-dinitrobenzene is treated with excess NaOH at 50 °C, only one of the bromine atoms is replaced. Draw an equation for this reaction, showing the product you expect. Give a mechanism to account for the formation of your proposed product.
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QUESTION:
Problem 61SP
When 1,2-dibromo-3,5-dinitrobenzene is treated with excess NaOH at 50 °C, only one of the bromine atoms is replaced. Draw an equation for this reaction, showing the product you expect. Give a mechanism to account for the formation of your proposed product.
ANSWER:
Solution 61SP
The equation for the reaction of 1,2 -dibromo-3,5-dinitro benzene with excess NaOH at 350oC is-