Chapter 8, Problem 9PP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structures of the alkene are to be written and the reagents needed to synthesize each of the given alcohols by oxymercuration-demercuration is to be specified.

Concept Introduction:

Oxymercuration-demercuration: An organic reaction in which the double bonds of alkenes or alkynes are broken by $\text{HgOAc}$. In this reaction, the multiple carbon–carbon bond has been replaced by $\text{OH}$ group.

When $\text{HgOAc}$ is added to alkenes, they undergo oxymercuration-demercuration and form alcohols.