Question

Why is the expected epoxide not formed in the absence of a buffer?

Answer 1

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-MCPBA is not reactive without the buffer.

-The buffer acts as a catalyst.

-The buffer prevents a nucleophile from attacking epoxide oxygen.

-Acidic solution provide reactive environment in which epoxide oxygen is protanated and ring is opened.

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