(a)
Interpretation: The cyclic product that is formed when the given decatetraene undergoes thermal electrocyclic ring closure is to be predicted.
Concept introduction: Electrocyclic reactions involve the conversion of
Curved arrows aid in determining the movement and flow of electrons in the reaction.The electrons that take part in the
(b)
Interpretation: The cyclic product thatis formed when the given decatetraene undergoes thermal electrocyclic ring closure is to be predicted.
Concept introduction: Electrocyclic reactions involve the conversion of
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.
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