EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
6th Edition
ISBN: 8220103151757
Author: LOUDON
Publisher: MAC HIGHER
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Chapter 17, Problem 17.21P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The mechanism for sythesis of lanosterol is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Isoprene unit contains five carbon atoms. The carbon atoms of isoprene unit are connected by sigma bond or pi bond. Terpenes and terpenoids contain unequal number of isoprene units. Lanosterol is triterpenoid with four rings. It is used to derive animal and fungal steroids.

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