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Using PBr3 to Replace Alcohols with Bromides via Sn2

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https://joechem.io/videos/118 for video on jOeCHEM and attached worksheet + solution (below video on jOeCHEM aka the link). https://joechem.io/videos/118 for video on jOeCHEM and attached worksheet + solution (below video on jOeCHEM aka the link). In this video, we look at a nifty Sn2 reaction that enables us to replace alcohols with bromides. For a VERY similar reaction (aka one that does this but with Cl), check out https://joechem.io/videos/117

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4. Using PBr3 to Replace Alcohols with Bromides via Sn2

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2. Reduction Reactions, Transforming Carbonyls to Alcohols

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5. The Grignard Reaction--Introduction and Mechanism

6. Synthesis Practice with the Grignard Reaction

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