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Organic Chemistry

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Green chemistry involves designing chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use and generation of hazardous substances. It focuses on sustainability and environmental protection by minimizing waste and avoiding toxic materials in organic chemistry, especially in reactions like nucleophilic substitutions and eliminations.

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