Solved

Bombykol Is a Pheromone Secreted by the Female Silkworm Moth

Question 57

Multiple Choice

Bombykol is a pheromone secreted by the female silkworm moth to attract males.This compound contains two alkene double bonds.Which of the following correctly describes the geometry around each? Bombykol is a pheromone secreted by the female silkworm moth to attract males.This compound contains two alkene double bonds.Which of the following correctly describes the geometry around each?   A) The double bond at C10 is cis and the double bond at C12 is trans. B) The double bonds at C10 and C12 are both cis. C) The double bonds at C10 and C12 are both trans. D) The double bond at C10 is trans and the double bond at C12 is cis. E) It is impossible to tell from the line formula alone.


A) The double bond at C10 is cis and the double bond at C12 is trans.
B) The double bonds at C10 and C12 are both cis.
C) The double bonds at C10 and C12 are both trans.
D) The double bond at C10 is trans and the double bond at C12 is cis.
E) It is impossible to tell from the line formula alone.

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents