ORGANIC CHEMISTRY-PRINT MULTI TERM
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY-PRINT MULTI TERM
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Author: Klein
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 12.4, Problem 13ATS

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The mechanism of the conversion of the ketone to alcohol is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

The conversion of the ketone to alcohol is a reduction process. It is a process in which the oxidation state of the atom decreases because of the addition of electrons.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The preference of the attack of hydride ion is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

The hydride ion can either attack from the top face or bottom face of the ring. This is determined based on steric hindrance which determines the stability of the compound.

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