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Interpretation: The structure for the exo product formed by the reaction of cyclopentadiene with maleic anhydride should be predicted.
Concept introduction:
The reaction between a diene (4π electron system) and a dienophile (2π electron system) to give a substituted cyclohexane derivative is termed as Diels Alder reaction. This reaction is a cycloaddition reaction.
Answer to Problem 1Q
The structure for the exo product formed by the reaction of cyclopentadiene with maleic anhydride is represented as follows:
Explanation of Solution
Cyclopentadiene is a 4π electron system thus, it will be the diene. On the other hand, maleic anhydride is a 2π electron system thus, it will act as a dienophile. Therefore, the product formation for the reaction between cyclopentadiene and maleic anhydride should be represented as follows:
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