Chapter 12, Problem 39P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The product formed when reaction only occurs on $2^{\text{o}}$ alcohol of $\left(R\right)\text{-glycerol}\text{phosphate}$ with ${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ is to be predicted.

Concept introduction: The coenzyme nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, ${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ is used in biological systems for oxidation of alcohols to carbonyl compounds. In the oxidation of alcohols, ${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ is reduced to $\text{NADH}$ by the transfer of hydride from alcohols.