Hey guys,
EK mentions that the enol is less stable because C=C is weakened by the electronegativity of oxygen. However, isnt the -OH group electron donating? Why would an electron donating group then weaken the C=C bond?
EK mentions that the enol is less stable because C=C is weakened by the electronegativity of oxygen. However, isnt the -OH group electron donating? Why would an electron donating group then weaken the C=C bond?