Practice question
Question
Which compound is formed by the ozonolysis of 3-methyl-1-butene followed by hydrolysis?
Explanation
Ozonolysis of 3-methyl-1-butene (CH₂\=CHCH(CH₃)₂) cleaves the double bond, forming methanal (HCHO) and 2-methylpropanal ((CH₃)₂CHCHO).