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Describe an E2 mechanism

A. Not stereospecific and not concerted
B. Stereospecific and not concerted
C. Stereospecific and concerted
D. Not stereospecific and concerted

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Answer:

The answer is C): Stereospecific and concerted.

Step-by-step explanation:

An E2 mechanism is a single step elimination reaction that is both stereospecific and concerted: it is stereospecific because it can convert the components of the reaction into stereoisomeric products; it is concerted because all bonds are broken and formed during the single step.

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