PBr₃
PBr₃ in organic chemistry: what it does, when to use it and what to watch out for. Covers Alcohols.
Overview
PBr₃ is a reagent used in organic chemistry. Below is what it does in each reaction type where it appears.
Alcohols
- What it does: Alcohol → bromide
- Works on: 1°/2° alcohols
- Watch out for: Usually SN2 → inversion