Explain the results of the following reactions by means of mechanisms. (a) (b) (c) Explain why hemiacetal

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Explain the results of the following reactions by means of mechanisms. 

(a)

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(b)

(c) Explain why hemiacetal formation may be catalyzed by either acid or base, but acetal formation is catalyzed only by acid, not by base. 

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Organic Chemistry structure and function

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