The following compound results from base-catalyzed aldol cyclization of a 2-substituted cyclohexanone. (a) Show the diketone that

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The following compound results from base-catalyzed aldol cyclization of a 2-substituted cyclohexanone.
(a) Show the diketone that would cyclize to give this product.
(b) Propose a mechanism for the cyclization.
The following compound results from base-catalyzed aldol cyclization of a
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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0321768414

8th edition

Authors: L. G. Wade Jr.

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