Aldehyde And Ketones

Question 1

Explain why NabH4 reduced 2-methylbutanal but has not reaction with 2 methyl’s but-1-end

Answer 1

Nucleophile attracted to c+
Electron rich in c=c
Nucleophile is repelled by c=c

Question 2

Suggest why the polymer is biodegradable

Answer 2

Can be hydrolysed