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Question

On the basis of stereochemistry, explain why the following reaction does not occur via the S_N2 mechanism.

Chemical reaction diagram illustrating organometallic reaction with lithium and copper.

Accepted Answer

The stereochemistry of the alkene is conserved in the product.

Answer

A more stable z-alkene is formed.

Answer

The nucleophile is added to less sterically hindered carbon.

Answer

There is an inversion of stereochemistry in the product.