(a)
Interpretation:
Structure of the enamine need to be identified along with the observed enantiomeric excess of 83% obtained when enamine is treated with methyl iodide followed by hydrolysis need to be explained.
Concept introduction:
When an optically pure
If it is not symmetrical then more isomers are formed.
(b)
Interpretation:
Structure of the enamine need to be identified along with the observed enantiomeric excess of 83% obtained when enamine is treated with methyl iodide followed by hydrolysis need to be explained.
Concept introduction:
When an electrophile(methyl iodide) attacks the optically active enamine, the attack of the methyl group will be substituted where there is less steric hindrance forming the product.
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