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Ozonolysis
Ozonolysis is a reaction involving the cleavage of alkenes using ozone (O3) to form carbonyl compounds. The process typically occurs in two steps: first, the alkene reacts with ozone to form a molozonide, which rearranges to form ozonide. The ozonide is then reduced, often using zinc and acetic acid or dimethyl sulfide, yielding aldehydes or ketones as products.
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General properties of ozonolysis.
Alkenes
Alkenes are hydrocarbons that contain at least one carbon-carbon double bond (C=C). They are unsaturated compounds and can undergo various reactions, including addition and polymerization. The position and substitution of the double bond in alkenes significantly influence the products formed during reactions such as ozonolysis.
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Reduction of Carbonyl Compounds
The reduction of carbonyl compounds involves the addition of hydrogen or the removal of oxygen, converting ketones or aldehydes into alcohols. Common reducing agents include lithium aluminum hydride (LiAlH4) and sodium borohydride (NaBH4). In the context of ozonolysis, the reduction step is crucial for transforming the carbonyl products into more stable alcohols or other functional groups.
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