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Describe E, reaction mechanism with a suitable example. |
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Answer» SOLUTION :(i) `E_1` stands for unimolecular elimination reaction of first order. (ii) rtiary alkyl halides undergoes elimination reaction in the presence of alcoholic KOH. (iii) It takes place in two steps. (iv) STEP 1. Heterolytic fission to yield a carbocation:  (v) Step 2. Elimination of a proton from the `beta` -carbon to PRODUCE an ALKENE: 
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