Organic Chemistry
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Author: T. W. Graham Solomons, Craig B. Fryhle, Scott A. Snyder
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Chapter 20, Problem 36P
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
An experiment is to be suggested to test the proposition that the Hofmann reaction is an intramolecular rearrangement.
Concept introduction:
Hofmann rearrangement is the reaction where amides are treated with bromine in a basic solution results in loss of carbonyl carbon
It is a conversion reaction of primary amide to primary
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