Consider the following two isomers of 2,4-hexadiene. One isomer reacts rapidly as a diene in a Diels-Alder

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Consider the following two isomers of 2,4-hexadiene. One isomer reacts rapidly as a diene in a Diels-Alder reaction, and the other does not. Identify which isomer is more reactive, and explain your choice.

(2E,4E)-Hexadiene (22,4Z)-Hexadiene

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0470917800

1st edition

Authors: David R. Klein

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