Chapter 11, Problem 11.34P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

It is to be explained how $\text{1-methylcyclohexanol}$ can be produced from two different alkenes.

Concept introduction:

The electrophilic addition reaction of an alkene occurs through formation of a more stable carbocation. The electrophilic addition of water across the double bond in an acidic condition produces the alcohol product. The reaction proceeds with proton transfer reaction to form a stable carbocation, followed by the action of water as a nucleophile. The same product can be produced from two different alkenes, which can produce identical carbocations in an acidic condition.