what-is-the-hell-bohard-zelensky-hvz-reaction-primarily-used-for

Question

What is the Hell, Bohard, Zelensky (HVZ) reaction primarily used for?

Accepted Answer

Halogenating the alpha position of carboxylic acids.

Answer

Reducing ketones to secondary alcohols.

Answer

Oxidizing alkenes to epoxides.

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Converting alcohols to ethers.