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Provide the sequence of reagents needed to convert (CH3CH2O2C)2CH2 to cyclopentanecarboxylic acid.

Cyclopentanecarboxylic Acid

A cycloalkane derived carboxylic acid, with the carboxyl group attached to a five-membered ring.

Reagents

Substances or compounds used in chemical reactions to cause or analyze a chemical change.

  • Generate complex organic compounds using basic starting points through multistage synthesis pathways.
  • Leverage expertise in organic synthesis approaches to indicate sequences of reagents for specified transformations.
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Dashley JosephJun 08, 2024
Final Answer :
1) NaOCH2CH3
2) BrCH2CH2CH2CH2Br
3) NaOCH2CH3
4) H3O+, heat