Problem- Discuss the reasoning why the aldol reaction product was produced in such a high yield. For full credit be sure to include factors relating to equilibrium, intermediate and product stability and other potential factors
Comment on the mechanism and irreversibility of the Diels-Alder reaction of the benzyne reaction with tetraphenylcyclopentadienone. Be sure to include topics such as diene/dienophile electronics, equilibrium and any other potentially significant reasons t
Answer all three questions and provide required steps