Can't find this exact reaction mechanism online -- Help please....

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The discussion revolves around understanding a specific reaction mechanism involving mild oxidation and its effects on a double bond. Participants are unsure if the mild oxidation leads to the formation of a ketone and aldehyde or if it involves the addition of bromine or the formation of an epoxide. Clarification is sought on whether the reaction is simply mild oxidation or if it occurs in the presence of bromine or another reagent. The conclusion suggests that mild oxidation likely results in the addition of two -OH groups across the double bond, prompting a request for the mechanism of this reaction. The conversation highlights the need for clarity on the specifics of mild oxidation in organic chemistry.
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Can't find this exact reaction mechanism online. Help?

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I don't know what the mild oxidation does. Does it split the double bond into a ketone and aldehyde?
 

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"Mild oxidation?" Adding Br? Or, not? Epoxide?
 
Bystander said:
"Mild oxidation?" Adding Br? Or, not? Epoxide?

What if it was just mild oxidation? What would be the reaction name??
 
That's what I'm asking you. Is it a "mild oxidation" in the presence of bromine, or is it in the presence of something else?
 
Bystander said:
That's what I'm asking you. Is it a "mild oxidation" in the presence of bromine, or is it in the presence of something else?
It actually turns out to be just mild oxidation. I guess two -OH groups would add across the double bond? Is there a mechanism for this reaction?
 
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