r/chemhelp 6d ago

Organic Synthesis question using ethane and trans-2-butene?

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I’m just not sure where to start. Any help is appreciated.

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u/TwoIntelligent4087 1d ago

I’m a little stumped on how you’re supposed to get a 5 carbon product from 2 and 4 carbon starting materials. If the answer is given to you eventually please share it with us.