Elimination Reactions Flashcards
1
Q
What is an Elimination Reaction?
A
A process where two atoms are lost and a double-bond is formed.
2
Q
Elimination Reactions - Dehydration
A
- intramolecular removal of water (elimination reaction)
* a H and OH group are removed from adjacent carbons to yield an alkene acid (H+) and heat are required
3
Q
___ -> CH2 = C(CH3)2 + HBr
A
(CH3)3Br
