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9. Alkenes and Alkynes - Part 1 of 2!

9. Alkenes and Alkynes / Double Dehydrohalogenation (Alkyne Synthesis) / Problem 8

Problem 8

The double elimination of H―Cl from a dihaloalkane under basic conditions is an alternative method to synthesize alkynes. Suggest a mechanism for this reaction.

A

Mechanism for double elimination of H-Cl from a dihaloalkane to synthesize alkynes.

B

Mechanism for double elimination of H-Cl from a dihaloalkane to synthesize alkynes.

C

Mechanism for double elimination of H-Cl from a dihaloalkane to synthesize alkynes.

D

Mechanism for double elimination of H-Cl from a dihaloalkane to synthesize alkynes.