Chapter 11, Problem 11.57AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure and absolute configuration of two isomeric compounds with molecular formula ${\text{C}}_{\text{8}}{\text{H}}_{\text{18}}{\text{0}}_{\text{2}}$ which are formed when $\left(3S,4S\right)\text{-4-methoxy-3-methyl-1-pentene}$ is treated with mercuric acetate in methanolic solvent, then with ${\text{NaBH}}_{\text{4}}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Alkoxymercuration reaction is a reaction in which an alkene reacts with mercuric acetate in an alchololic solvent to form ethers. Mercuric acetate attacks the fewer substituted carbon of the double bond.