orgo question: why does the reverse reaction of azo coupling not occur? I could probably come up with a thermodynamic explanation but looking more for more of a mechanistic explanation

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Vocaloid · Answer

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forward mechanism for reference

as usual please don't comment unless you are serious about answering the question, thanks >_>

kittybasil · Answer

I can try to get that tutor to respond, but I am not sure if he wants to help anymore. sighs Just wanted to comment here in case he does --