What Type of Transition State Is Involved During the Decarboxylation

question 80

Multiple Choice

What type of transition state is involved during the decarboxylation of β-ketoacids?

• A) a 5-membered cyclic system
• B) a 6-membered cyclic system
• C) an enol
• D) none of these

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