What Is the First Step in Nucleophilic Addition Under Acidic

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in nucleophilic addition under acidic conditions?

• A)Protonation of the nucleophile
• B)Addition of the nucleophile
• C)Loss of water
• D)Protonation of the carbonyl

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