2-Methylhex-3-Yne Can Be Prepared by the Reaction of an Alkynide

question 116

Essay

2-Methylhex-3-yne can be prepared by the reaction of an alkynide with an alkyl halide. Does the better synthesis involve alkynide attack on bromoethane or on 2-bromopropane? Explain your reasoning.

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