A-LevelChemistryOrganic synthesis9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2021 · Q231 Mark

Part of the structure of strobilurin is shown. R and R' are inert groups. [Figure showing partial structure of strobilurin] Strobilurin is warmed with aqueous sulfuric acid producing compound X. Compound X is then treated with hydrogen in the presence of a nickel catalyst producing compound Y. What could be the structure of compound Y?

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A[Diagram option A]

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C[Diagram option C]

D[Diagram option D]

✓ Correct answer

A: [Diagram option A]

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Topic: Organic synthesis, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Feb/Mar 2021 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 23.

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