Chem2O6 - 1997/98

Problem Set #11 January 23, 1998


1. Write a mechanism for the following reaction.


2. How would you use a Grignard reaction with an aldehyde or ketone to make the following compounds?

a) 2-pentanol

b) 1-butanol

c) diphenylmethanol


3. Write a mechanism for the following reaction.


4. Show how you would carry out the following transformations.


5. You have been given a sample of 2-butanol. You have need of 2-phenyl-2-butene for a specific application. How would you convert the 2-butanol to the desired material. You may use any reagents you wish including other carbon containing compounds.



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