Is tert-butoxide anion a strong enough base to react

Chapter 2, Problem 2

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Is tert-butoxide anion a strong enough base to react significantly with water? In other words, can a solution of potassium tert-butoxide be prepared in water? The \(\mathrm pK_\mathrm a\) of tert-butyl alcohol is approximately 18.

Equation Transcription:

Text Transcription:

pK_a

CH_3

K^+ ^-O-C-CH_3

CH_3

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