17. Aromaticity
Ionization of Aromatics
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Problem 16b
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Textbook QuestionThe benzene ring alters the reactivity of a neighboring group in the benzylic position much as a double bond alters the reactivity of groups in the allylic position.
Benzylic cations, anions, and radicals are all more stable than simple alkyl intermediates. (c) Which of the following reactions will have the faster rate and give the better yield? Use a drawing of the transition state to explain your answer. < of reactions>Verified Solution
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