Decarboxylation of β-keto Acids Flashcards
1
Q
What conditions does this reaction require?
A
- Heat
- CO2 is lost
2
Q
How far the groups that react in this reaction?
A
Both on beta carbons, one away from the alpha carbon
3
Q
What results from this reaction?
A
Enol forms, tautomerization quickly takes place and ketone forms