Chapter 18, Problem 31P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The mechanism of the given reaction is to be suggested and the explanation of the formation of the products, when ${\left({\text{CH}}_3\right)}_2\text{CHCHO}$ and $\text{Ba}{\left(\text{OH}\right)}_2/{\text{H}}_2\text{O}$ are heated in a sealed tube, is to be provided.

Concept Introduction:

▸ Cannizzaro reaction is the oxidation and reduction reaction in a strong base.

▸ The Cannizzaro reaction is a process in which carbonyl compound without alpha hydrogens form into carboxylic acid and an alcohol.

▸ An aldol condensation is the condensation reaction in which an enolate reacts with the carbonyl compound to form a $\beta -\text{hydroxyketone}$.