Grignard Synthesis of 6-Bromo,2-methoxy Napthalene Via Magnesium turning?

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Grignard Synthesis of 6-Bromo,2-methoxy Napthalene Via Magnesium turning?

2006-11-15 18:04:59 · 1 answers · asked by mahendragirase66 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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The Grignard Synthesis is usually used to convert a brominated ring compound to the corresponding phenol (Hydroxy group).

The Magnesium turnings provide metallic magnesium which inserts between the Bromine and the ring. This is then hydrolyzed to the Hydroxy group.

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2006-11-18 08:46:57 · answer #1 · answered by Richard 7 · 49⤊ 0⤋