Question

Which step are involved in the synthesis of nepthalene by howorth method excpet

Answer 1

Answer:

It can be synthesized by Haworth synthesis, the steps are as follows: The Friedel craft acylation reaction of benzene with succinic anhydride gives 3 benzoylpropionic acid. Second step is the Clemmenson's reaction with 3-benzoylpropionic acid which gives 4-phenylebutanoic acid.