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How to Use and Understand 'Curly Arrows' in Reaction Mechanisms

How to Use and Understand 'Curly Arrows' in Reaction Mechanisms

Update: 2023-11-20
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In this episode:

  • What are curly arrows showing
  • Why we use a curved arrow
  • Making a new bond
  • Breaking a bond
  • A special case with two arrows

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How to Use and Understand 'Curly Arrows' in Reaction Mechanisms

How to Use and Understand 'Curly Arrows' in Reaction Mechanisms

Matthew Macariou