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`(CH_(3))_(3)C-Br` on reaction with sodium methoxide `(Na^("+)O^(-)CH_(3))` gives alkene as the main product and not an ether.
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To understand why the reaction of tert-butyl bromide \((CH_3)_3C-Br\) with sodium methoxide \((Na^+O^(-)CH_3)\) leads to the formation of an alkene instead of an ether, we can break down the process step by step. ### Step 1: Identify the Reactants The reactants in this reaction are: - Tertiary butyl bromide \((CH_3)_3C-Br\) - Sodium methoxide \((Na^+O^(-)CH_3)\) ### Step 2: Understand the Nature of Sodium Methoxide ...
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