A compound with molecular formula C 8 H 8 O produces an IR spectrum with signals at

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A compound with molecular formula C8H8O produces an IR spectrum with signals at 3063, 1686, and 1646 cm-1. The 1H NMR spectrum of this compound exhibits a singlet at 2.6 ppm (I = 3H) and a multiplet at 7.5 (I = 5H). 

a) Draw the structure of this compound.

b) What is the common name of this compound?

c) When this compound is treated with Na, CH3OH, and NH3, a reduction takes place, giving a new compound with molecular formula C8H10O. Draw the product of this reaction.

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0470917800

1st edition

Authors: David R. Klein

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