Chapter 13, Problem 13.6YT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Each step in the following synthesis is to be labeled as either a functional group conversion or a reaction that alters the carbon skeleton.

Concept introduction:

The functional group transformations or functional group conversions simply transform one functional group into another. They do so by leaving alone the carbon skeleton (i.e., the bonding arrangement of the carbon atoms). The reactions that alter the carbon skeleton require carbon-carbon $\text{σ}$ bonds to be broken and/or formed.