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The following reaction does not produce the desired

Chapter 10, Problem 10.62

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The following reaction does not produce the desired product but does produce a product that is a constitutional isomer of the desired product. Draw the product that is obtained and propose a mechanism for its formation: OH OH 1) NaNH2 2) MeI

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The following reaction does not produce the desired product but does produce a product that is a constitutional isomer of the desired product. Draw the product that is obtained and propose a mechanism for its formation: OH OH 1) NaNH2 2) MeI

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The conditions that are used normally alkylate an alkyne. This works by deprotonation of the alkyne with  . However,    will deprotonate the strongest acid in solution. In this case, this is the hydroxyl group.

                                       

     

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