Organic Chemistry (9th Edition)
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Author: Leroy G. Wade, Jan W. Simek
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Chapter 20.10, Problem 20.13P
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The mechanism for given reactions and the reason as to why the final step of the esterification cannot occur in acetal formation are to be stated.
Concept introduction:
The reaction of
Acetals are formed from alcohol and
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