Chapter 7.8, Problem 3LTS

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Major and minor product should be drawn for the given substrate during $E2$ elimination reaction.

Concept Introduction:

• Elimination reaction: In elimination reaction, two substituents are removed from the substrate to give the product in presence of base. Elimination reactions are two types, $E1$ and $E2$.
• $E1$ reaction: elimination follows stepwise mechanism.
• $E2$ reaction: elimination follows concerted pathway of mechanism.
• Elimination of compound in presence of bulky base leads to less substituted alkene, in presence of strong base (not bulky) leads to more substituted alkene.