Question

For the following reaction conditions select the correct statement regarding the reaction below.

OH Cl OTs OTs N TsCl W X Y Z N
a. W is the correct product.
b. X is the correct product.
c. Y is the correct product.
d. Z is the correct product since pyridine acts as a nucleophile.
e. Both X and Y are both formed in this reaction as a racemic mixture

Answer 1

B

Step-by-step explanation:

The appropriate diagram of the question is shown in the first image attached below.

From the diagram, we see the reaction of Cyclopentanol taking place under Tscl pyridine. We are to show the reaction mechanism and determine from the options, which appropriate product fits in.

So, from the reaction, the hydroxyl substituent reacts with Tscl where cl is being lost. This process is followed by an attack of N substituent on the pyridine with the Hydrogen atom and cleaves off for the structure to form a stable structure. The stereochemistry of the compound remains unchanged and it maintains its stick formula.

Thus, X is the appropriate and the correct product.