Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321768418
ISBN 13: 978-0-32176-841-4

Chapter 1 - Introduction and Review - Problems - Page 17: Problem 1-7 c

Answer

The electrons move away from the negative charge, requiring two arrows

Work Step by Step

The electrons move from the Carbon containing the lone pair of electrons and form a double bond with the adjacent Carbon. The electrons in the previous double bond move to the other carbon in the bond, effectively moving the negative charge over two carbons
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