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Chapter 21, Problem 49P
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The reaction that shows the formation of the given compounds by taking 3pentanone as a starting reagent is to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

The γ-lactones are formed by the intramolecular cyclization of the carboxylic esters.

Epoxides are the cyclic compounds which provide a route for the preparation of γ-lactones.

The compounds containing carbonyl groups are attacked by these epoxides which cause the alkylation at the alpha position of the carbonyl compound.

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