Organic Chemistry Plus Masteringchemistry With Pearson Etext, Global Edition
Organic Chemistry Plus Masteringchemistry With Pearson Etext, Global Edition
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Author: Wade, LeRoy G.
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Chapter 25.8B, Problem 25.13P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The isoprene units in the given terpenes are to be circled.

Concept introduction:

An isoprene unit is bunched of five-carbon atoms. In terpenes, the isoprene units are connected to each other in head to tail fashion. The head part of an isoprene unit is branched, whereas the tail part of an isoprene unit is unbranched.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The identification of the given terpenes as a monoterpene, sesquiterpene or diterpene is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

An isoprene unit is bunched of five-carbon atoms. In terpenes, the isoprene units are connected to each other in head to tail fashion. The head part of an isoprene unit is branched, whereas the tail part of an isoprene unit is unbranched.

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