AS.030.205 Quiz: Quiz 5 Solutions
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Quiz 5 (20 min, 10 points: identify the following compounds as aromatic, anti-aromatic, or neither. If not aromatic (i. e. , labeled anti-aromatic or neither) briefly indicate why not. A-sro,n, akc, r o - - - - 4 1 * ( , rosnn. 6 , 0 , 4 - ; 0 11 p i a olt c o l t ) b-6,ateale, e - e, _ 11,110t, di-14,1: phenylacetone, or p2p, is an intermediate used in the illicit manufacture of methamphetamine (through reductive amination and crystallization, as dramatized in breaking bad). Using 3 or fewer steps, propose a synthesis of p2p from acetylene. Indicate all reagents used and draw a mechanism to support your synthesis.
