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CHM 102 Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature Objective Question
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Which of the following reactions allows the synthesis of an internal alkyne from a terminal alkyne?
Options
A Hydrogenation
B Hydration
C Alkylation of acetylide ion with a primary alkyl halide
Correct Answer
D Ozonolysis
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Acetylide ions (R-C≡C⁻) undergo SN2 reaction with primary alkyl halides to form internal alkynes (R-C≡C-R′).

Hint

Nucleophilic substitution by the acetylide.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 197 of 1999
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