Chapter 16.9, Problem 40P

(a)

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Interpretation:

The stability of hemiacetals in basic solutions should be explained.

(b)

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Interpretation:

The reason behind the fact that acetal formation must be catalyzed by an acid but not with ${\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}{\text{O}}^{\text{-}}$ should be explained.

(c)

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Interpretation:

The explanation for the rate of hydrate formation be increased by hydroxide ion as well as by acid should be identified.