Isotope Labeling Is an Important Tool in the Study of Reaction

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Essay

Isotope labeling is an important tool in the study of reaction mechanisms.How will you selectively deuterate the specified hydrogen atom,indicated by an arrow,in the following compound? Use equations to clarify your answer and briefly explain your rationale.

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