Chapter 17, Problem 17.8YT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Curved arrows to show ${\text{R}}^{\text{-}}$ transfer mechanism for the reactions given in equation $\text{17-17}$ are to be added.

Concept introduction:

The carbon atom in the alkyl-metal reagent bears partial negative charge, and thus, the regent is ${\text{R}}^{\text{-}}$ donor. Curved arrows to show ${\text{R}}^{\text{-}}$ transfer mechanism are drawn starting from mid of C-M bond to the H atom of ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$. Second curved arrow is drawn starting from mid of H-O bond.