Chapter 31, Problem 31.54P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The synthesis of ${\text{HOCH}}_{\text{2}}{\text{CH}}_{\text{2}}{\text{CH}}_{\text{2}}\text{OH}$ from ${\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}\text{CH}={\text{CH}}_{\text{2}}$ is to devised.

Concept introduction: Hydrogen peroxide is a strong oxidizing agent. It is used in many organic syntheses. It is miscible in water and is used to convert alkenes into alcohols.