Chapter 7, Problem 47P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Three possible products for the solvolysis reaction of $\text{2-bromo-2-methylbutane}$ in acetic acid containing sodium acetate are to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

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Substitutions and elimination reactions require a nucleophile and a base respectively.

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Thereactions in which the nucleophile acts asa solvent are known as solvolysis reactions.

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In the presence of strong bases, alkyl halides undergo elimination reactions to give alkenes.

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For the alkyl halide, different beta hydrogen would result in different alkene products.