Organic Chemistry
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Chapter 11, Problem 11.48P
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The predominant structure of the product formed in the given Sharpless
Concept Introduction:
Sharpless epoxidation:
The enantioselective epoxidation of prochiral allylic alcohol by diethyl tartrate and titanium isopropoxide in the presence of tert-butyl hydroperoxide is known as Sharpless epoxidation reaction.
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