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Chapter 14.SE, Problem 50AP
β-Ocimene is a pleasant-smelling hydrocarbon found in the leaves of certain herbs. It has the molecular formula C10H16 and a UV absorption maximum at 232 nm. On hydrogenation with a palladium catalyst, 2,6-dimethyloctane is obtained. Ozonolysis of β-ocimene, followed by treatment with zinc and acetic acid, produces the following four fragments:
(a) How many double bonds does β -ocimene have?
(b) Is β -ocimene conjugated or nonconjugated?
(c) Propose a structure for β -ocimene.
(d) Write the reactions, showing starting material and products.
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