Chapter 9, Problem 9.34P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

Two isomeric alkylmagnesium bromides that lead to the formation of propane on reaction with water are to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

Organometallic reagents like $\text{RLi}$ and $\text{RMgX}$ are the source of ${\text{R}}^{-}$, which acts as a nucleophile. They are formed when alkyl halide is treated with active metal atom in the presence of a specific solvent.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The products of the reaction between aklylmagnesium bromide of (a) and ${\text{D}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ are to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

Organometallic reagents like $\text{RLi}$ and $\text{RMgX}$ are the source of ${\text{R}}^{-}$, which acts as a nucleophile. They are formed when alkyl halide is treated with active metal atom in the presence of a specific solvent.