Q.36. - Organic Chemistry

Question

Question: Identify the structures of C and D in the following reaction sequence.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

Answer

Structures of C and D

Step 1: Role of dimethyl sulfide

The dimethyl sulfide reduces one oxygen atom from the trioxolane intermediate formed upon ozonolysis. 

Step 2: Ozonolysis

Upon ozonolysis, the C=C double bond cleaves, and both the carbons get a $\left(=O\right)$  bond.

Step 3: Product of the given reaction

C is a product of the ozonolysis reaction, while D is an aldol product. Both of the products are given hereunder. 

Structures of C and D