Baeyer-Villiger Reaction

Baeyer-Villiger Reaction Baeyer-Villiger Reaction Definition: When treated with a peroxyacid (RCO3H), ketones can be converted into esters via the insertion of an oxygen atom. This transformation called the Baeyer-Villiger oxidation. Baeyer-Villiger Reaction Explained: The mechanism of this reaction…

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Alkylation of enolates

Alkylation of enolates Alkylation of enolates Definition: Enolates of carbonyl compounds will react with alkyl halides in SN2 reactions to give alkylation products. Alkylation of enolates Explained: Aldehydes and ketones generate enolates by treating…

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Aldol Condensation

Aldol Condensation Aldol Condensation Definition: When heated in acidic or basic conditions, the product of an aldol addition reaction will undergo elimination to produce unsaturation between the α and β positions. Aldol…

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