(Solution) - a Propose a mechanism for the reaction of bisphenol A -(2025 Original AI-Free Solution)
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(a) Propose a mechanism for the reaction of bisphenol A with phosgene.
(b) Diethyl carbonate serves as a less-toxic alternative to phosgene for making Lexan®. Propose a mechanism for the transesterification of diethyl carbonate with bisphenol A, catalyzed by a trace of sodium ethoxide. What small molecule is given off in this condensation?