A compound was synthesized via Grignard reaction using bromobenzene and methyl benzoate in excess magnesium metal. a. Use reaction equations to illustrate the synthesis of the compound. b. Give the IUPAC name and type of compound synthesized. c. Give reasons for your choice of solvent in the synthesis.

A compound was synthesized via Grignard reaction using bromobenzene and methyl benzoate in excess magnesium metal. a. Use reaction equations to illustrate the synthesis of the compound. b. Give the IUPAC name and type of compound synthesized. c. Give reasons for your choice of solvent in the synthesis.

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