What Type of Reaction Mechanism Is Involved in the Reaction

question 31

Multiple Choice

What type of reaction mechanism is involved in the reaction of an alcohol with aqueous acid to give an alkene?

• A) nucleophilic addition
• B) electrophilic addition
• C) radical addition
• D) elimination

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