Chapter 19, Problem 19.50AP

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The complete series of reactions by giving the major organic product is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The chemical reaction in which the carbonyl functional group is converted to an alkane is known as Wolff-Kishner reduction. This reaction takes place in the presence of ${\text{NH}}_{\text{2}}{\text{NH}}_{\text{2}}$ and a strong base like sodium hydroxide followed by the heating.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The way by which the major organic product, $1-\text{ethyl}-4-\text{methoxybenzene}$ is prepared from hydroquinone monomethyl ether or $p-\text{methoxy}\text{phenol}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The chemical reaction in which an unsaturated halide or triflate reacts with an alkene in the presence of a base like pyridine and a palladium catalyst is known as Heck reaction. The product of the Heck reaction is a substituted alkene.