Chapter 23.SE, Problem 43MP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The two steps, an intramolecular aldol reaction and retro aldol like reaction, involved in the reaction along with their mechanisms are to be given.

Concept introduction:

The steps involved are i) Deprotonation by the base ii) An intramolecular aldol reaction iii) A retro aldol reaction and iv) Protonation.

To give:

The two steps, an intramolecular aldol reaction and retro aldol like reaction, involved in the reaction along with their mechanisms.