Chapter 18.15, Problem 7LTS

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The mechanism for the following conversion has to be drawn.

              

Concept Introduction:

Aromatic compounds undergo a special type of reaction called elimination – addition reaction. A compound with leaving group when treated with a strong base under high or low temperature undergoes elimination – addition reaction where the leaving group is eliminated and a new group is added. Halogens are known to be best leaving groups.