Chem 336 - Spring 2002
Organic Chemistry III
Dr. Carl C. Wamser

Chapter 17 Quiz

1. (2 pts) Write a complete name for the following:

(S,E)-4-hydroxy-2-pentenal

2. (4 pts) Complete the following reactions by adding the missing part: either the starting compound, the necessary reagents and conditions, or the expected major product.

a)

b)

3. (4 pts) Write a complete mechanism for the acid-catalyzed formation of the acetal of acetaldehyde in methanol solution. Show all steps, all resonance forms for any intermediates involved, and electron-pushing arrows.