(a)
Interpretation:
The addition of Grignard reagent to an ester or a nitrile to synthesize
Concept introduction:
The grignard reagent is used to generate
(b)
Interpretation:
The addition of Grignard reagent to an ester or a nitrile to synthesize heptan-
Concept introduction:
The grignard reagent is used to generate
(c)
Interpretation:
The addition of Grignard reagent to an ester or a nitrile to synthesize pentan-
Concept introduction:
The grignard reagent is used to generate
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