Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781118452288
Author: David R. Klein
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 6, Problem 41PP
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The sequence of arrow pushing pattern should be identified for the given mechanism.

Concept introduction:

Wolff - Kishner Reduction: Aldehyde or Ketone reacts with hydrazine forms an intermediate (hydrazones). This intermediate undergoes deprotonation of nitrogen with base which yields alkane.

In this reaction hydrazones react with base followed by deprotonation of nitrogen which leads to the formation of the product.

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