Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
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Author: T. W. Graham Solomons, Craig Fryhle
Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
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Chapter 23, Problem 23P
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The mechanism thataccounts for each step of the given synthesis is to be written.

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Cyperone derives its name from the Cyperusrotundus, a nut grass found in tropical, subtropical and temperate regions. It can exist in both αand β forms. It is majorly used in the medication of androgen-, estrogen-, and progestin-related hormonal diseases. Its molecular formula is C15H22O. Chemically, it is a terpene.

Robinson annulation process is an effective process for the ring formation of six-membered polycyclic compounds, such as lipids and steroids. It works with three important steps, which are as follows: conjugate addition of resonance-stabilized carbanion, aldol condensation, and elimination of hydroxyl ion (OH).

Aldol condensation involves the addition of the aldol (aldehyde and alcohol) group, followed by condensation of the product. In this reaction, the enolate of an aldehyde or a ketone reacts at the αcarbon with the carbonyl part of the other molecule to produce an βhydroxy aldehyde or a ketone.

Michael addition is a reaction that involves the conjugate addition of a resonance-stabilized carbanion for the formation of an enolate.

The reaction thatinvolves the removal of an αproton through a base is known as E1 elimination reaction.

The reaction thatinvolves the removal of the OH group through dehydration is known as E2 elimination reaction.

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