When 1-chlorobutane is treated with ethanol, neither elimination process (E1 or E2) is observed at an appreciable

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When 1-chlorobutane is treated with ethanol, neither elimination process (E1 or E2) is observed at an appreciable rate;

ETOH No elimination products CI


a) Explain why an E2 reaction does not occur.

b) Explain why an E1 reaction does not occur.

c) Modifying the reactants can have a profound effect on the rate of elimination. What modification would you suggest to enhance the rate of an E2 process?

d) What modification would you suggest to enhance the rate of an E1 process?

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0470917800

1st edition

Authors: David R. Klein

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