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2. (a) (i) Draw an arrow-pushing mechanism that illustrates the electron flow in the acid-base reaction below. Use the structures shown below in your arrow-pushing mechanism. (4pts for correct mechanism). (ii) Using pKa values indicated in Table 1.8 (round to nearest whole number) and estimate the equilibrium constant for this reaction (Keq). Show work which led to this value. (3pts for work, 1pt for correct Keq indicated). (iii) Draw a base (assuming the same acid provided below) that would reverse the equilibrium the other way (2pts for suitable base). Keq (approx.) Y +4.00 HH HK acid base

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