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Organic Chemistry
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Author: T. W. Graham Solomons, Craig B. Fryhle, Scott A. Snyder
Publisher: WILEY
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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 (CH3)2CHCHO and Ba(OH)2/H2O 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 βhydroxyketone.

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