Chapter 15, Problem 15.58P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The synthesis of $1$-methylcyclohexene oxide from methylcyclohexane by the use of organic or inorganic reagents is to be stated.

Concept introduction: Alkenes undergo bromination reaction at primary, secondary and tertiary carbon atom through free radical mechanism on reaction with ${\text{Br}}_{\text{2}}$ in the presence of light or heat. However, alkenes undergo bromination at allylic carbon atom on reaction with ${\text{Br}}_{\text{2}}$ in the presence of light or heat.