The conversion of vic-1,2 dibromides to α-bromoketones and epoxides using H 2 O 2 /dioxane and NaOH/water respectively under mild conditions has been described. ... The conversion of vic-1,2 dibromides to α-bromoketones and epoxides using H 2 O 2 /dioxane and NaOH/water respectively under mild conditions has been described. ... Organic reactions in water have received increased attention primarily because of their environmental acceptability, abundance, ...