EBK EXPERIMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY: A M
EBK EXPERIMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY: A M
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Author: Gilbert
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Chapter 7.4, Problem 5E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation : The symmetry element absent in carvone due to which there exist a meso form should be determined.

Concept Introduction : Meso compounds are molecules with more than one stereocenters which are superimposable on its mirror image. Hence, meso compounds are achiral.

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