Chapter 11, Problem 4PP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The major product formed by the given reaction under the shown conditions is to be predicted and a detailed mechanism is to be written for the same. Also, the reaction conditions under which 3,3-dimethyl-2-butanol are synthesis is to be listed.

Concept Introduction:

Acid-catalyzed hydration of alkenesproceeds by Markovnikov’sregioselectivity method. Such reactions involves the formation of carbocation as the intermediate which may rearrange to a more stable carbocation by the hydride or alkanide migration.