Chapter 17.1, Problem 1P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation: The orbitals are used to form the indicated bonds in $\text{α-}$ sinensal are to be predicted.

Concept introduction: $\text{α-}$ sinensal is a weak base and insoluble in water. It is a constituent of orange oil. The molecular formula of $\text{α-}$ sinensal is ${\text{C}}_{\text{15}}{\text{H}}_{\text{22}}\text{O}$ and its IUPAC name is $\left(\text{2E, 6E, 9E}\right)\text{-2, 6, 10-trimethyl-2, 6, 9, 11-dodecatetraenal}$.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation: The type of orbitals where the lone pairs on $\text{O}$ reside are to be predicted.

Concept introduction: $\text{α-}$ sinensal is a weak base and insoluble in water. It is a constituent of orange oil. The molecular formula of $\text{α-}$ sinensal is ${\text{C}}_{\text{15}}{\text{H}}_{\text{22}}\text{O}$ and its IUPAC name is $\left(\text{2E, 6E, 9E}\right)\text{-2, 6, 10-trimethyl-2, 6, 9, 11-dodecatetraenal}$.