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Question

The reaction of pentanedioate ion with thionyl chloride results in an anhydride instead of an acyl chloride. Provide the mechanism for the formation of the anhydride.

Accepted Answer

Detailed reaction mechanism of pentanedioate ion with thionyl chloride forming an anhydride.

Answer

Mechanism showing pentanedioate ion reacting with thionyl chloride to form an anhydride.

Answer

Illustration of pentanedioate ion and thionyl chloride reaction mechanism leading to an anhydride.