The molecule shown below contains a tert-butyl group (encircled) which protects the terminal amide bond from hydrolysis. What is the general term given for a group such as this? HS. CONHME Hc`CH, O Steric shield. O Stereoelectronic shield. Electronic shield. O Alkyl shield.

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The molecule shown below contains a tert-butyl group (encircled) which protects the terminal amide
bond from hydrolysis. What is the general term given for a group such as this?
HS.
CONHME
Hc`CH,
O Steric shield.
O Stereoelectronic shield.
Electronic shield.
O Alkyl shield.
Transcribed Image Text:The molecule shown below contains a tert-butyl group (encircled) which protects the terminal amide bond from hydrolysis. What is the general term given for a group such as this? HS. CONHME Hc`CH, O Steric shield. O Stereoelectronic shield. Electronic shield. O Alkyl shield.
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It is an steric shielding. 

Hence 1st option is correct

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