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1. |
Which of the following stamen is incorrect about Claisen condensation? |
A. | The product is a β-keto ester which resists deprotonation by the strong base in the reaction mixture |
B. | The reaction involves the condensation of two esters in the presence of strong base |
C. | A strong base is required to remove H+ from an α-H position in one of the starting esters |
D. | A strong base is required to remove H+ from an α-H position in one of the starting esters |
Answer» B. The reaction involves the condensation of two esters in the presence of strong base | |