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(a) The sex attractant of the Mediterranean fruit fly is(E)6-nonen-l-ol. Write a structura...

(a) The sex attractant of the Mediterranean fruit fly is(E)6-nonen-l-ol. Write a structural formula for this compound, showing the stereochemistry of the double bond.


(b)Geraniol is a naturally occurring substance present in the fragrant oil of many plants. It has a pleasing, rose-like odor. Geraniol is theE isomer of

Write a structural formula for geraniol, showing its stereochemistry.


(c)Nerol is a naturally occurring substance that is a stereoisomer of geraniol. Write its structure.


(d)The sex attractant of the codling moth is the 2Z,6E stereoisomer of

Write the structure of this substance in a way that clearly shows its stereochemistry.


(e)The sex pheromone of the honeybee is theE stereoisomer of the compound shown. Write a structural formula for this compound.


(f) A growth hormone from the cecropia moth has the structure shown. Express the stereochemistry of the double bonds according to theE-Z system.

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