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When acetamide is treated with `Br_2` and an alkali, a primary amine containing one carbon atom less than the starting amide is formed. Name the reaction and write the balanced equation.

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To solve the problem, we need to identify the reaction that occurs when acetamide is treated with bromine (Br₂) and an alkali (such as sodium hydroxide, NaOH). This reaction is known as the Hofmann Bromamide degradation reaction. Here’s the step-by-step solution: ### Step 1: Identify the Reactants The reactant in this reaction is acetamide, which has the chemical formula CH₃CONH₂. ### Step 2: Identify the Reaction Conditions The reaction is carried out in the presence of bromine (Br₂) and an alkali, typically sodium hydroxide (NaOH). ...
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