(a) Give the simplified (nonaggregated) ionic structure of the enolate formed by treatment of 2,2-dimethylcyclohexanone with LDA;...

Question:

(a) Give the simplified (nonaggregated) ionic structure of the enolate formed by treatment of 2,2-dimethylcyclohexanone with LDA; then, give the product of its directed aldol reaction with acetaldehyde following acidic workup.CH3 CH3 2,2-dimethylcyclohexanone

(b) Two diastereomers of the product in part (a) are formed. Explain. Are they formed in equal amounts or different amounts?

Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!

Step by Step Answer:

Related Book For  answer-question

Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781936221349

6th Edition

Authors: Marc Loudon, Jim Parise

Question Posted: