Question

Me OH Me Compound name: 1,2-dimethylcyclohexan-1-ol The compound depicted to the left could be the product of any acidic hydration reaction Question 2: Assume that the compound depicted above was formed under acidic conditions, was the najor product obtained after purification (-70%), and was isolated as a mixture of diastereomers. Is it possible to know with absolute certainty that the immediate precursor featured the 6-membered ing that is seen in the product? Indicate your answer by circling the appropriate word below. YES NO Explain your reasoning. Your answer should contain sufficient detail to persuade a scholar of organic chemistry. The best answers will make use of structures and appropriate organic chemical syntax and nomenclature in its justification. Multiple answers may be deemed correct

Please be detailed and draw structures if needed and everything. I really need to understand this.

Answer 1

Yes, it's possible to know with absolute certainty that the intermediate precursor featured the 6-membered ring that is seen in the product, i.e. 1,2-dimethylcyclohexanol.

Explanation: The 1,2-dimethylcyclohexanol can be prepared by treating 2-methylcyclohexanone with 2 equivalents of methylmagnesium bromide (i.e. Grignard reagent). The mechanism for the formation of product is shown below.