Chapter 10, Problem 10.25P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The product of the reaction between $\text{2-methyl-3-pentanol}$ and $\text{HBr}/{\text{H}}_{\text{2}}{\text{SO}}_4$ is to be predicted. The explanation for the corresponding answer is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The replacement or substitution of one functional group with another different functional group in any chemical reaction is termed as substitution reaction. In nucleophilic substitution reaction, nucleophile takes the position of leaving group by attacking on the electron deficient carbon atom.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The product of the reaction between $\text{2-methyl-3-pentanol}$ and ${\text{Ph}}_{\text{3}}{\text{PBr}}_{\text{2}}$ is to be predicted. The explanation for the corresponding answer is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The replacement or substitution of one functional group with another different functional group in any chemical reaction is termed as substitution reaction. In nucleophilic substitution reaction, nucleophile takes the position of leaving group by attacking on the electron deficient carbon atom.