Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Selection Rules for Pericyclic

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning the selection rules for pericyclic reactions is correct?

• A)If TE describes the reaction,then the outcome is given by AC.
• B)If PO describes the reaction,then the outcome is given by AC.
• C)If TO describes the reaction,then the outcome is given by AC.
• D)both A and B
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Sulfate Ion

A polyatomic anion with the empirical formula SO4^2- and is a common component of many minerals and chemicals.

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A lightweight, silvery-white metallic element (Mg) that is highly reactive, used in alloys, fireworks, and as a reducing agent in chemical reactions.

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