The application box in the margin of page 437 states, The addition of an acetylide ion
Chapter 9, Problem 9-31(choose chapter or problem)
The application box in the margin of page 437 states, “The addition of an acetylide ion to a carbonyl group is used in the synthesis of ethchlorvynol, a drug used to cause drowsiness and induce sleep.” Show how you would accomplish this synthesis from acetylene and a carbonyl compound.
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