Question

Organic Chemistry 2

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C) Please concisely explain how the below homo-aldol reaction can proceeds in the absence of a strong enough base. You also need to explain why the amine can be catalytic. (6 points, no mechanism needed, but a key intermediate might help). 'NH 10 CH3 CH3

Answer 1

Aldol eaction CHH Piperidinium Amine (piperidin) i regenerating aubing h Used Catalylic amount i enough eaction o