Chapter 23: Q7. (page 924)
Question: Draw the product formed when each starting material is treated with LDA in THF solution at –780C.




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The products formed when each starting material is treated with LDA are shown below.
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Chapter 23: Q7. (page 924)
Question: Draw the product formed when each starting material is treated with LDA in THF solution at –780C.




Answer
The products formed when each starting material is treated with LDA are shown below.
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