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Question

α,β-unsaturated ketones are useful in Michael reactions. These compounds can be produced using the acid-catalyzed halogenation of ketones. Propose a method to convert pentan-3-one to pent-1-en-3-one, a useful starting material.
Reaction scheme converting pentan-3-one to pent-1-en-3-one via acid-catalyzed halogenation.

Accepted Answer

Halogenation of ketones followed by base treatment to form α,β-unsaturated ketones.

Answer

Acid-catalyzed halogenation of ketones to form α,β-unsaturated ketones.

Answer

Acid-catalyzed reaction producing α,β-unsaturated ketones from ketones and water.

Answer

Acid-catalyzed reaction yielding α,β-unsaturated ketones from ketones and water.