Chapter 8, Problem 18PP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The synthesis of the 7,7-dibromobicyclo[4.1.0]heptane is to be outlined.

Concept Introduction:

Substitution reaction: A reaction in which one of the hydrogen atoms of a hydrocarbon, or a functional group, is substituted by any other functional group, is called a substitution reaction.

Elimination reaction: A reaction in which two substituent groups are detached and a double bond is formed, is called an elimination reaction.

Addition reaction: It is the reaction in which unsaturated bonds are converted to saturated bonds by addition of molecules.