Organic Chemistry (9th Edition)
Organic Chemistry (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780321971371
Author: Leroy G. Wade, Jan W. Simek
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 8.62SP
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Interpretation: The given question stated that the sex attractant of the housefly has the formula C23H26 and when it is treated with warm potassium permanganate, it gives two products: CH3(CH2)12COOH and CH3(CH2)7COOH. The structure for the sex attractant and the part of the structure that is uncertain is to be suggested.

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To determine: The structure for the sex attractant and the part of the structure that is uncertain.

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