JEE PYQ: Aldehydes And Ketones Question 33
Question 33 - 2019 (12 Apr Shift 1)
Elimination then ozonolysis of benzylic bromide compound:
(1). (Two aldehyde products)
(2). (Glutaraldehyde type)
(3). (Aldehyde with OtBu)
(4). (Dialdehyde)
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Answer: (1)
Solution
KOtBu eliminates to form diene. Ozonolysis/Me$_2$S cleaves both double bonds giving aldehyde products.