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Introduction to Resonance

…mention a second key factor that can complicate the analysis of electron densities: the presence of double bonds (π bonds). In this post we will see how combining an understanding…

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3 Trends That Affect Boiling Points

…To Use Curved Arrows To Interchange Resonance Forms Hybrid Orbitals and Hybridization P.S. New! Check out this free 3-page handout on solving common boiling point exam problems! MOC_Boiling_Point_Handout (PDF)  …

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The Cope and Claisen Rearrangements

…reactions with examples, mechanisms, and applications. Table of Contents The Cope Rearrangement: Example And Mechanism The Cope Rearrangement Is An Equilibrium Cope-ing With Ring Strain The Oxy-Cope Rearrangement The Claisen…

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Nucleophilicity vs. Basicity

Understanding The Differences Between Nucleophilicity vs Basicity Following up on Nucleophiles and Electrophiles, here’s a common question students have about nucleophilicity: 1. What’s the difference between nucleophilicity and basicity? Great,…

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Curved Arrows (for reactions)

…saved for later. See post on How To Calculate Formal Charge 4. Example #1: Lone Pair → Bond The first example shows the simplified example of a lone pair on…

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