Question

A Stereoisomer of a trans-dichloroalkene with molecular formula C₆H₁₀Cl₂ on ozonolysis (reaction with O3) followed by Hydrolysis in the presence of Zn gave an optically active aldehyde with molecular formula C₃H₅OCl as the only organic product.

a. (4 pts) Give the complete reaction showing the correct structure of the trans-dichloroalkene.

b. (2 pts). Label each chirality center in the trans-dichloroalkene R or S.

c. (2 pts). Indicate whether your trans-dichloroalkene structure is optically active or inactive.

Answer 1