Question

3-Methylbutanoic acid, produced by bacteria from leucine, is a component of wine flavor and is responsible for foot odor.Which alkylating agent(s) should be used for the malonic ester synthesis of 3-methylbutanoic acid

Answer 1

C) 2-Bromopropane

Step-by-step explanation:

In the synthesis of Malonic Ester, Alkyl Halide is converted to Carboxylic Acid by using Malonic Ester.

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