Chapter 27, Problem 27.60P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation: The structure of C, which is formed by oxy-cope rearrangement of B with $\text{NaOEt}$ is to be predicted.

Concept introduction: Cope rearrangement is a thermal $\left[3,3\right]$ sigmatropic rearrangement. This rearrangement takes place in $1,5$-diene to form more thermodynamically stable compound.

Curved arrows aid in determining the movement and flow of electrons in the reaction. The electrons that take part in the chemical reactions are shown by the curved arrows.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation: The mechanism for the conversion of C to the bicyclic alcohol D is to be drawn.

Concept introduction: Curved arrows aid in determining the movement and flow of electrons in the reaction. The electrons that take part in the chemical reactions are shown by the curved arrows.