Reactions of Alkynes
The reactions of alkynes closely parallel the reactions of alkenes. Addition reactions are typical. In these reactions, the CºC triple bond is converted into a C=C double bond. The alkenes formed from these reactions can undergo a tautomerization (see the hydration reactions below) or react further to produce alkane derivatives.
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| Halogenation (X = Cl, Br) |
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| Hydro- halogenation (X = Cl, Br, I) |
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| Hydrogenation |
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| Hydration |
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| Acidity of Terminal Alkynes |
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| Oxidative Cleavage |
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