Limonene, a major component of lemon oil, has the formula C10H16. (a) On reaction with excess H2

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Limonene, a major component of lemon oil, has the formula C10H16.

(a) On reaction with excess H2 in the presence of Pt, limonene produces C10H20. What information does this provide about the structure of limonene?

(b) On ozonolysis, limonene produces these compounds. Suggest possible structures forlimonene.

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0534389512

2nd Edition

Authors: Joseph M. Hornback

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