Asked by Maddie Maier on Sep 23, 2024
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Disregarding stereoisomers, how many different enols can phenylacetone form?
A) 0
B) 1
C) 2
D) 3
E) 4
Phenylacetone
An organic compound also known as benzyl methyl ketone, used in the synthesis of various chemicals.
Enols
Organic compounds characterized by a carbon-carbon double bond directly adjacent to a hydroxyl group, serving as intermediates in various reactions.
- Identify the different categories of stereoisomers and anticipate the stereoisomeric reaction results where applicable.
Verified Answer
HA
Hamza Azeez1 day ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Phenylacetone can form two different enols due to tautomerization, depending on which hydrogen is removed from the alpha-carbon.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the different categories of stereoisomers and anticipate the stereoisomeric reaction results where applicable.
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