In the Reduction of Alkynes Using Sodium in Liquid Ammonia

question 63

Multiple Choice

In the reduction of alkynes using sodium in liquid ammonia, which of the species below is not thought to be an intermediate in the commonly accepted mechanism?

• A) vinyl anion
• B) vinyl radical
• C) radical anion
• D) vinyl cation

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