Question 5. (20 points) Consider the following reaction. + PhLi (2 eq.) then water a) Propose a structure for the final product. b) Give a complete mechanism for the transformation. c) Draw an energy diagram of the transformation and briefly comment on the relative energies of the starting material, final product, and any intermediate(s), and about the rate determining step.

Question 5. (20 points) Consider the following reaction. + PhLi (2 eq.) then water a) Propose a structure for the final product. b) Give a complete mechanism for the transformation. c) Draw an energy diagram of the transformation and briefly comment on the relative energies of the starting material, final product, and any intermediate(s), and about the rate determining step.

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