Chapter 19, Problem 2Q

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The product of the given reaction is to be identified.

Concept introduction:

Claisen condensation is a carbon–carbon bond formation reaction, which is important for the preparation of the $\beta -\text{Keto ester}$.

In Claisen condensation, the ester of one molecule is added to the carbonyl carbon of another molecule, and the formation of the $\beta -\text{Keto ester}$ takes place. In Claisen condensation the acidic alpha Hydrogen of the ester group is abstracted by the base present in the medium as a result of which the nucleophilic ester is formed, which carries out attack on the carbonyl group of another ester molecule and there is formation of C-C bond.