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Question

The following two molecules can undergo a thermally allowed cycloaddition reaction. Show the reaction, and explain why it is allowed.
Two molecules undergoing thermal cycloaddition reaction with an arrow indicating the reaction direction.

Accepted Answer

Diagram of molecular orbitals and thermal cycloaddition reaction with different products below.

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Diagram showing molecular orbitals and thermal cycloaddition reaction with products below.

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Diagram of molecular orbitals and thermal cycloaddition reaction with products below, showing structural changes.

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Diagram of molecular orbitals and thermal cycloaddition reaction with products below, highlighting structural changes.