Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
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ISBN: 9781936221349
Author: Marc Loudon, Jim Parise
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 20, Problem 20.48AP
Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The structures of the two separable products obtained on the decarboxylation of compound A are to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

The term decarboxylation means the loss of a carbon dioxide molecule. The decarboxylation of carboxylic acids leads to the elimination of COOH group. The decarboxylation of the carboxylic acid can be done on heating the acid.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The number of products obtained on the decarboxylation of compound B is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The term decarboxylation means the loss of a carbon dioxide molecule. The decarboxylation of carboxylic acids leads to the elimination of COOH group. The decarboxylation of the carboxylic acid can be done on heating the acid.

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