(a)
Interpretation:
The reason for formation of unstable vinyl carbocation in given reaction has to be given.
Concept Introduction:
Hydration of
(b)
Interpretation:
The complete reaction mechanism for conversion of 1 to 2 has to be drawn.
Concept Introduction:
Mechanism of the reaction is the step-by-step description of the process by which reactants are changed into products.
Curved arrows show the bonds that are formed and the bonds that are broken in a reaction.
Hydration of Alkyne: Alkyne reacts with water in presence of sulfuric acid and mercuric sulfate to form ketones. This reaction occurs according to Markovnikov’s addition.
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