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Question

In the basic hydrolysis of a phosphate triester, what is the first step in the mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Nucleophilic attack on the phosphorus atom by a hydroxide ion.

Answer

Formation of a trigonal bipyramidal intermediate.

Answer

Loss of a leaving group.

Answer

Proton transfer to a water molecule.