In view of the recent paper of Bartlett and Woods, l we are presenting the findings of our studies on the preparation and reactions of A2-cyclohexenone and related compounds. For some time this Laboratory has been interested in the rearrangements accompanying the oxidation of olefins. 2 In connection with this interest, cyclohexene was oxidized with chromic anhydride in acetic acid solution. No evidence of ring contraction or other ...
