Organic chemistry reactions and mechanisms are explored, focusing on radical substitution, nucleophilic substitution, addition, and elimination reactions. Key processes like the conversion of haloalkanes to alcohols, reduction of ketones, and hydrolysis are covered. The document also delves into polymerization reactions and the synthesis of ethers and esters.
• Radical substitution involves homolytic bond cleavage and formation of reactive radicals
• Nucleophilic substitution converts haloalkanes to alcohols through carbenium ion intermediates
• Addition reactions occur with carbonyl compounds like aldehydes and ketones
• Elimination produces alkenes from haloalkanes
• Polymerization mechanisms include radical, anionic, and cationic processes