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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.

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.

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

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