Chapter 8, Problem 8.28P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The products of the given reaction which takes place via $\text{E1}$ mechanism are to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

An E1 reaction is a two-step, unimolecular elimination reaction. The first, rate-determining step, involves only the substrate. The leaving group departs along with the electron pair from its bond with the carbon atom, generating a carbocation. The carbocation produced may rearrange if it produces a more stable carbocation, in which case, a mixture of constitutional isomers is produced.