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Consider the following reaction, which takes place in dimethylformamide (DMF) at room temperature: NaOH + Br -> DMF + OH Identify which species is behaving as the nucleophile and which species is behaving as the electrophile in this reaction. Is the electrophile primary, secondary, or tertiary? Identify whether this reaction proceeds via an S_N1 or S_N2 type mechanism. How do you know? (2) Draw a detailed reaction mechanism for this reaction using curved arrows, clearly showing all lone pairs involved in the reaction, as well as any formal charges where appropriate. Draw an energy vs. reaction coordinate diagram for this reaction, clearly identifying the reactants, products, and any intermediates or transition states that may be present. Assume the reaction is endothermic. (5)
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