Chapter 13, Problem 3Q

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given reagent thatis used to form a product is to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

$\text{NBS}$ is an oxidizing agent. The most common use of $\text{NBS}$ is allylic bromination.

A chemical reaction in the presence of a free radical is called a free radical reaction.

Molecules thathave one unpaired electron are called free radicals.

${\text{R}}_2{\text{O}}_2$ is used for chain initiation. The bond of oxygen–oxygen atom in ${\text{R}}_2{\text{O}}_2$ is weak, and breaks readily. Each oxygen exhibits a single electron. Free radicals are formed.