in-the-deprotonation-step-of-the-eglinton-reaction-what-role-does-pyridine-play

Question

In the deprotonation step of the Eglinton reaction, what role does pyridine play?

Accepted Answer

It acts as a base to form an alkynide ion

Answer

It serves as a catalyst

Answer

It acts as a solvent

Answer

It provides the copper source