Chapter 21, Problem 21.11YT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

That an active methylene compound can be quantitatively deprotonated by using the appropriate ${\text{pK}}_{\text{a}}$ values to determine the side of the given reaction favored is to be verified. To what extent the side is favored is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Alcohol has higher ${\text{pK}}_{\text{a}}$ value than ester. The side of reaction with greater ${\text{pK}}_{\text{a}}$ value is favored.