8. (16 points) Devise a consise synthesis of 2-methyl-2-hydroxypentane starting with 2-methylpentane. (hint: the “hydroxy” substituent is “-OH”) Be sure to provide appropriate reagents (do not worry about solvents). Can R-2-methyl-2hydroxypentane be made in this way?
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