Chapter 4.15, Problem 4.27P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An equation for the reaction of vitamin E with an oxidizing radical $\left(\text{R}\stackrel{.}{\text{O}}\right)$ to give $\text{ROH}$ and less reactive free radical is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The delocalization of lone pair or free electrons from one place to another is known as resonance. The stability of compound depends upon the number of resonating structures. More the resonating structures of compound more will its stability.