Question Number 211822 by Spillover last updated on 22/Sep/24
Commented by Spillover last updated on 22/Sep/24
$$ \\ $$Identify the major product of the following organic reaction. Give an appropriate explanation for the observed stereochemistry in the major product.
Answered by Spillover last updated on 22/Sep/24
$$ \\ $$If the reaction does proceed as shown I would expect the carboxylic acid to react with the sodium borohydride to form a borate ester which would deliver hydride from the same side and afford the anti-product.
Commented by Spillover last updated on 22/Sep/24
