10. Addition Reactions
Epoxidation
10. Addition Reactions Epoxidation
22PRACTICE PROBLEM
m-CPBA is a peracid with a carbonyl group. Explain how the carbonyl weakens the σ bond between the two oxygen atoms which makes hydroxyl a better leaving group.
m-CPBA is a peracid with a carbonyl group. Explain how the carbonyl weakens the σ bond between the two oxygen atoms which makes hydroxyl a better leaving group.