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Alkynide Synthesis

Alkynide Synthesis

9. Alkenes and Alkynes / Alkynide Synthesis / Problem 1

Why alkynide alkylation reaction shown below fails to yield the desired product? What actual major product would be formed in this reaction?

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

Because the alkyl halide used in this reaction is hindered, an S_N1 reaction will occur instead of an S_N2 reaction.

B

Because of the use of a weak base, alkynide ions will not be formed for the desired substitution.

C

Because the alkyl halide used in this reaction is hindered, an elimination reaction will occur instead of a substitution.

D

Because of the presence of a poor leaving group, a substitution reaction is not possible.

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