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nk137s
06-10-2008, 11:00 AM
I didn't understand # 103. It says that it is a Claisen reaction with an alpha hydrogen in base but H3O+ is clearly an acid. Can someone please clarify this question for me.
Thanks!

Mstoothlady2012
06-10-2008, 01:48 PM
I didn't understand # 103. It says that it is a Claisen reaction with an alpha hydrogen in base but H3O+ is clearly an acid. Can someone please clarify this question for me.
Thanks!
I think he is talking about ethoxide...