Chapter 14, Problem 14.45E

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The structural formulas for the products formed by hydrolysis of acetal are to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Acetals and ketals are unstable compounds. Both can undergo easily for the process of hydrolysis. Hydrolysis reactions of acetals and ketals are catalyzed by acids. During the hydrolysis reaction water causes acetal or ketal to break into their constituent compounds.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The structural formulas for the products formed by hydrolysis of ketal are to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Acetals and ketals are unstable compounds. Both can undergo easily for the process of hydrolysis. Hydrolysis reactions of acetals and ketals are catalyzed by acids. During the hydrolysis reaction water causes acetal or ketal to break into their constituent compounds.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The structural formulas for the products formed by hydrolysis of ketal are to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Acetals and ketals are unstable compounds. Both can undergo easily for the process of hydrolysis. Hydrolysis reactions of acetals and ketals are catalyzed by acids. During the hydrolysis reaction water causes acetal or ketal to break into their constituent compounds.

Interpretation Introduction

(d)

Interpretation:

The structural formulas for the products formed by hydrolysis of acetal are to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Acetals and ketals are unstable compounds. Both can undergo easily for the process of hydrolysis. Hydrolysis reactions of acetals and ketals are catalyzed by acids. During the hydrolysis reaction water causes acetal or ketal to break into their constituent compounds.