When (1R, 2R)-2-bromocyclohexanol is treated with a strong base, an epoxide (cyclic ether) is formed. Suggest a

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When (1R, 2R)-2-bromocyclohexanol is treated with a strong base, an epoxide (cyclic ether) is formed. Suggest a mechanism for formation of the epoxide:

он Strong base Br An epoxide

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0470917800

1st edition

Authors: David R. Klein

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