Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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Chapter 8 - Reactions of Alkenes - Problems - Page 366: Problem 8-34 d

Answer

The major product is trans-2,3-pentanediol.

Work Step by Step

The addition of peroxyacetic acid forms a epoxide ring. Then the attack of water opens the ring and forms the diol. There is an anti addition of OH's, hence it forms a trans diol.
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