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Hell-Volhard-Zelinski Reaction
24. Enolate Chemistry: Reactions at the Alpha-Carbon / Hell-Volhard-Zelinski Reaction / Problem 1
Problem 1

Show how the conversions below can be achieved in good yield. Provide all the necessary reagents required.
Hell-Volhard-Zelinski reaction mechanism showing conversion of ketones with bromine.
Hell-Volhard-Zelinski reaction mechanism illustrating conversion of alcohols with bromine.
Hell-Volhard-Zelinski reaction mechanism depicting conversion of ketones with excess bromine.