Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
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ISBN: 9781305580350
Author: William H. Brown, Brent L. Iverson, Eric Anslyn, Christopher S. Foote
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 5, Problem 5.30P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Structural formula of lycopene has to be drawn showing the two sets of four isoprene units linked to form lycopene.

Concept Introduction:

Terpenes are made by joining five-carbon units, usually in a head to tail-fashion.

Isoprene unit:

Organic Chemistry, Chapter 5, Problem 5.30P , additional homework tip  1

Organic Chemistry, Chapter 5, Problem 5.30P , additional homework tip  2

Branched end of isoprene – Head

Unbranched end of isoprene - Tail

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Number of double in lycopene that has a possibility of cis, trans isomerism has to be given and the double bond that shows cis and that shows trans isomers has to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Terpenes are made by joining five-carbon units, usually in a head to tail-fashion.

Isoprene unit:

Organic Chemistry, Chapter 5, Problem 5.30P , additional homework tip  3

Organic Chemistry, Chapter 5, Problem 5.30P , additional homework tip  4

Branched end of isoprene – Head

Unbranched end of isoprene - Tail

Alkene: Unsaturated hydrocarbons having at least one double bond between two carbon atoms are known as alkenes.

  • Trans configuration: In trans configuration, carbon atoms present in the main chain are placed on opposite sides of the carbon-carbon double bond.
  • Cis configuration: In cis configuration, carbon atoms present in the main chain are placed on same sides of the carbon-carbon double bond.

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