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Product (B) of above reaction is: (Epoxide ring opening, elimination)
Question
Product (B) of above reaction is:
Answer
(C) CO
Concept: Epoxide ring opening, elimination
Step-by-step solution
1. Epoxide opening & Elimination
NaOCH₃: nucleophile • Epoxide ring opening • Alkoxide formation
2. Second SN2 & Ring opening
Second NaOCH₃ • SN2 reaction • Methoxy group
3. Aromatization & Protonation
Aromatization • Benzene ring • H₃O⁺
4. Yaad rakho / Key takeaway
Epoxides can undergo ring opening and subsequent reactions.
Remember
Epoxides can undergo ring opening and subsequent reactions.
Common mistake
Forgetting the stereochemistry or the number of moles of reagent.
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