Chapter 13, Problem 47P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The synthesis of chlordan and heptachlor is to be represented.

Concept introduction:

Diels-alder is a type of organic reaction in which substituted alkene and conjugated diene reacts to form a substituted cyclohexene derivative. It is a single step concentrated and stereoselective reaction.

Heptachlor is an organic compound consisting of chlorine groups and was once used as an insecticide. It contains 7 chlorine atoms .

Chlordan is an organic compound used in the synthesis of heptachlor. It is highly toxic and causes degradation in the environment. It has 6 chlorine atoms.