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Question

The reaction shown below is an example of thiol synthesis.

Reaction scheme showing thiourea and alkyl chloride forming a thiol.

The reaction consists of thiourea reacting with an alkyl chloride, followed by hydroxide-ion-promoted hydrolysis. What is the reaction's mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Detailed mechanism of thiol synthesis with electron flow and product formation.

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Mechanism of thiol synthesis with arrows indicating electron movement.

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Alternative view of thiol synthesis mechanism with electron movement.

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Another perspective of thiol synthesis mechanism showing electron flow.