Question

Draw the simplified curved arrow mechanism for the reaction of butan-2-one and CH3Li to give the major product.

Answer 1

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Step-by-step explanation:

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In a water medium, the CH3- type CH 3Li is a heavy nucleophile that attacks the carbonyl carbon atom to form the alkoxide ion, which will then be protonated to form alcohol.