51E
Question
When optically active (R)-2-methylcyclohexanone is treated with either aqueous base or acid, racemization occurs. Explain.
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The compound active (R)-2-methylcyclohexanone is treated with either aqueous acid or base and produces racemic product.
1Step 1: Determination of racemization
Carbon loses its chirality when the enolate ion double bond formation takes place. The protonation occur which results in the formation of racemic product.
2Step 2: Reaction
The reaction showing the process is,
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