EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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Chapter 18, Problem 23P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structural formula of the product formed in each of the given reactions is to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

▸ The βdicarbonyl compound can be converted into enolate ions in the presence of sodium ethoxide.

▸ Alkylation of the βdicarbonyl compound is a SN2 reaction.

▸ Decarboxylation of βketoacid takes place in the presence of heat.

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(a) (b) (c) Suggest a synthesis of the following alkene (A) using a Wittig reaction strategy. Draw the starting material(s), key reagent and a full reaction mechanism including an explanation of the observed geometry. Which of the following (B) and (C) will favour the enol form? Briefly explain your reasoning. Predict the product(s) and provide a mechanism for each of the following transformations: (i) (ii) OMe OMe Base OEt NaOEt
Draw a structural formula for the alcohol formed by treating each alkene with borane in tetrahydrofuran (THF) followed by hydrogen peroxide in aqueous sodium hydroxide, and specify stereochemistry where appropriate. (a) (d) (b) (e) (c)
(c) Answer each of the questions below that relate to acetophenone: Xo (i) (ii) (iii) Draw the structure of the enol form of acetophenone. Give a stepwise mechanism for the conversion of acetophenone into its enol form. Show how each of the three compounds A, B and C below can be prepared from acetophenone. Explain clearly what reactants/reagents would be required in each case. odocor A B Br C

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