ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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Author: SMITH
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Chapter 22, Problem 54P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The stepwise mechanism for the given reaction is to be drawn.

Concept introduction: In crossed claisen condensation reaction, the base abstracts the acidic proton from α carbon atom of an ester to form enolate. This enolate reacts with carbonyl compound of other ester that leads to the formation of β-ketoester.

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