Chapter 10, Problem 33P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

A stepwise mechanism for the free-radical chlorination of $\text{cyclopropane}$ to form $\text{cyclopropyl chloride}$ is to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

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The breaking of a covalent bond between two atoms in a way that each atom retains one of the electrons from the bond is called homolytic cleavage.

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The breaking of a covalent bond between two atoms in a way that one of the atoms retains both the electrons from the bond is called heterolytic cleavage.

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The movement of a single electron is shown by a Fishhook arrow and is called as single electron.

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Initiation describes the initial step of formation of radicals.

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Propagation is the chain of radical reactions. Once the radical formed in the initiation step, it reacts with suitable molecules.