Question: Two naturally occurring lactones are shown. For each compound, determine (a) Whether the compound is a terpene. If so, circle the isoprene units. (b) Whether

Two naturally occurring lactones are shown. For each compound, determine
(a) Whether the compound is a terpene. If so, circle the isoprene units.
(b) Whether the compound is aromatic, and explain your reasoning.
(c) Show the product resulting from saponification with aqueous NaOH.
Two naturally occurring lactones are shown. For each compound, determine
(a)

nepetalactone the main ingredient in catnip A compound generated in the smoke from burning plants. Promotes seed germination in plants that require fire to reproduce.

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