Exhibit 8-2
Consider the reaction sequence below to answer the following question(s):

-Refer to Exhibit 8-2.The intermediate in the first step of this reaction sequence is called a:
A)carbocation
B)cyclonium ion
C)mercurinium ion
D)mercapto species.

Question

Exhibit 8-2
Consider the reaction sequence below to answer the following question(s):
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-Refer to Exhibit 8-2.The intermediate in the first step of this reaction sequence is called a:
A)carbocation 
B)cyclonium ion 
C)mercurinium ion 
D)mercapto species.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The intermediate in the first step of this reaction sequence is formed by the addition of Hg(OAc)2 across the double bond, which creates a mercurinium ion.

Exhibit 8-2 Consider the Reaction Sequence Below to Answer the Following Question(s)