Question

Predict the product of the following reaction:

• A. $(1R,2S)-2,3,3$-trimethylcyclohexanol + enantiomer
• B. $\left(R\right)-1,2,2$-trimethylcyclohexanol + enantiomer
• C. $(1S,2S)-2,3,3$-trimethylcyclohexanol + enantiomer
• D. $(1R,2S)-2,3,3$-trimethylcyclohexanediol + enantiomer

Answer 1

The correct option is C $(1S,2S)-2,3,3$-trimethylcyclohexanol + enantiomer

It will follow anti-Markovnikov rule.

Answer is (C).