Chapter 13, Problem 13.64QP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hydrogenation reaction of $\text{2-}$ methyl $\text{-3-}$ pentanone has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Hydrogenation is the method of reducing an aldehyde or ketone.  The carbonyl compound is reacted with hydrogen gas in presence of catalyst such as nickel, platinum or palladium metal.

The hydrogenation of ketone produces a secondary alcohol.

The general reaction is,

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hydrogenation reaction of $\text{3-hexanone}$ has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hydrogenation reaction of $\text{5-}$ nonanone has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hydrogenation reaction of $\text{7-}$ tetradecanone has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).