22. Condensation Chemistry
Conjugate Addition
22. Condensation Chemistry Conjugate Addition
10PRACTICE PROBLEM
A Cannizzaro reaction occurs when an aldehyde with no α-hydrogens reacts with concentrated sodium hydroxide to form a carboxylic acid and an alcohol. Determine the key intermediate that serves as a hydride donor in the Cannizzaro reaction shown below.
A Cannizzaro reaction occurs when an aldehyde with no α-hydrogens reacts with concentrated sodium hydroxide to form a carboxylic acid and an alcohol. Determine the key intermediate that serves as a hydride donor in the Cannizzaro reaction shown below.