Organic Chemistry
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Author: John E. McMurry
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 27.SE, Problem 14MP
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Interpretation:
A mechanistic pathway for the biosynthesis of caryophyllene is to be given.
Concept introduction:
The steps involved in the biosynthesis of caryophyllene are i) Elimination of the diphosphate to yield cyclic carbocation ii) Formation of a bicycle carbocation iii) Deprotonation by base.
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A mechanistic pathway for the biosynthesis of caryophyllene.
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