Neil Keddie- Lecture 6 Elimination Reactions Flashcards

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Where is the new π bond formed in E2 reactions?

A

Between σC-H and σ*C-X
Hence these orbitals must overlap in he transition state.

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What conformation is most stable for an elimination reaction?

A

When the hydrogen and leaving group are antiperiplanar

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