Which is the better retrosynthesis for the given target molecule? Explain, and provide a one-step synthesis of the target molecule. A A is the better starting material because B can form both E and Z alkenes. B A is the better starting material because it will produce only the desired target molecule. C B is the better starting material because only B has β
Which is the better retrosynthesis for the given target molecule? Explain, and provide a one-step synthesis of the target molecule. A A is the better starting material because B can form both E and Z alkenes. B A is the better starting material because it will produce only the desired target molecule. C B is the better starting material because only B has β
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Which is the better retrosynthesis for the given target molecule? Explain, and provide a one-step synthesis of the target molecule.
A |
A is the better starting material because B can form both E and Z |
B | A is the better starting material because it will produce only the desired target molecule. |
C |
B is the better starting material because only B has β protons in the trans position. |
D |
B is the better starting material because A can form both E and Z alkenes. |
E |
B is the better starting material because it will produce only the desired target molecule. |
F |
A is the better starting material because only A has β protons in the trans position. |
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