Claisen Condensation Reaction Mechanism by Leah4sci

http://leah4sci.com/enolate presents: Claisen Condensation organic chemistry reaction + step by step mechanism

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This video shows you the step by step condensation reaction mechanism to form a beta keto ester starting with ester in a strong alkoxy base.

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