Topic: a prduct needed for reaction (Read 5115 times)

orgostudent · « **on:** April 28, 2008, 05:13:58 PM »

I need some help coming up with this

(2S) (3S) -2-chloro-2,3-diphenylbutane with hot alcoholic KOH

thanks!

Dan · « **Reply #1 on:** April 29, 2008, 04:14:13 AM »

You have a strong base and a good leaving group. What kind of reaction do you think is going on?

venkatjohnny · « **Reply #2 on:** April 29, 2008, 07:45:13 AM »

yes,
i agree with Dan, what kind of reaction u r expecting in such strong alkaline condition with a good leaving group??

orgostudent · « **Reply #3 on:** April 29, 2008, 09:06:27 AM »

I think its going to be an elimination

macman104 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 29, 2008, 02:02:18 PM »

I think its going to be an elimination

You think correctly.

orgostudent · « **Reply #5 on:** May 02, 2008, 09:12:47 AM »

would the answer be (Z) 2,3 -diphenyl-2 butene???