Chapter 12.5, Problem 12.8P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

Structural formula for the alcohol formed by acid-catalyzed hydration of 2-methyl-2-butene should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

According to Markovnikov’s rule, in acid-catalyzed hydration of alkenes, H of H₂ O adds to the carbon of the double bond with greater number of hydrogen atoms and OH of H₂ O adds to the carbon with smaller number of hydrogen atoms.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

Structural formula for the alcohol formed by acid-catalyzed hydration of the given alkene should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

According to Markovnikov’s rule, in acid-catalyzed hydration of alkenes, H of H₂ O adds to the carbon of the double bond with greater number of hydrogen atoms and OH of H₂ O adds to the carbon with smaller number of hydrogen atoms.