Chapter 18: Q18P (page 590)
The 1H NMR spectrum shown is that of a cyclic ether with the formula C4H8O. Propose a structure.

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The structure of C4H8O is,

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Chapter 18: Q18P (page 590)
The 1H NMR spectrum shown is that of a cyclic ether with the formula C4H8O. Propose a structure.

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The structure of C4H8O is,

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