Chapter 8, Problem 8.62SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The given question stated that the sex attractant of the housefly has the formula ${\text{C}}_{23}{\text{H}}_{26}$ and when it is treated with warm potassium permanganate, it gives two products: ${\text{CH}}_3{\left({\text{CH}}_2\right)}_{12}\text{COOH}$ and ${\text{CH}}_3{\left({\text{CH}}_2\right)}_7\text{COOH}$. The structure for the sex attractant and the part of the structure that is uncertain is to be suggested.

Concept introduction:

To determine: The structure for the sex attractant and the part of the structure that is uncertain.