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1. A Review of General Chemistry5h 5m
2. Molecular Representations1h 14m
3. Acids and Bases2h 46m
4. Alkanes and Cycloalkanes4h 17m
5. Chirality3h 39m
6. Thermodynamics and Kinetics1h 22m
7. Substitution Reactions1h 48m
8. Elimination Reactions2h 30m
9. Alkenes and Alkynes2h 9m
10. Addition Reactions3h 19m
11. Radical Reactions1h 58m
12. Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides and Thiols2h 42m
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14. Synthetic Techniques1h 26m
15. Analytical Techniques:IR, NMR, Mass Spect7h 3m
16. Conjugated Systems6h 13m
17. Ultraviolet Spectroscopy51m
18. Aromaticity2h 34m
19. Reactions of Aromatics: EAS and Beyond5h 1m
20. Phenols55m
21. Aldehydes and Ketones: Nucleophilic Addition4h 56m
22. Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: NAS2h 51m
23. The Chemistry of Thioesters, Phophate Ester and Phosphate Anhydrides1h 10m
24. Enolate Chemistry: Reactions at the Alpha-Carbon1h 53m
25. Condensation Chemistry2h 9m
26. Amines1h 43m
27. Heterocycles2h 0m
28. Carbohydrates5h 53m
29. Amino Acids4h 20m
30. Peptides and Proteins2h 42m
31. Catalysis in Organic Reactions1h 30m
32. Lipids 2h 50m
33. The Organic Chemistry of Metabolic Pathways2h 52m
34. Nucleic Acids1h 32m
35. Transition Metals6h 14m
36. Synthetic Polymers1h 49m

19. Reactions of Aromatics: EAS and Beyond

EAS:Friedel-Crafts Acylation Mechanism

Organic Chemistry

19. Reactions of Aromatics: EAS and Beyond

EAS:Friedel-Crafts Acylation Mechanism

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Problem 57c,d

Textbook Question

What are the products of the following reactions?
c.
d.

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Identify the type of reaction occurring in each case (e.g., substitution, elimination, addition, oxidation, reduction, etc.). This will help determine the mechanism and the products.

Analyze the reactants provided in each reaction. Look for functional groups, stereochemistry, and any reagents or catalysts mentioned that might influence the reaction pathway.

For part (c), determine the specific reaction mechanism based on the reactants and reagents. For example, if a strong base is present, it might suggest an elimination reaction (E2 or E1). If a nucleophile is present, it might suggest a substitution reaction (SN1 or SN2).

For part (d), follow a similar approach. Consider the functional groups in the reactants and the role of any reagents. For example, if an oxidizing agent is present, it might indicate an oxidation reaction. If a reducing agent is present, it might indicate a reduction reaction.

Draw the structures of the products for each reaction, ensuring that you account for regioselectivity, stereoselectivity, and any rearrangements that might occur during the reaction mechanism.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Reaction Mechanisms

Understanding reaction mechanisms is crucial in organic chemistry as they describe the step-by-step process by which reactants transform into products. This includes identifying intermediates, transition states, and the movement of electrons. A clear grasp of mechanisms helps predict the products of reactions and the conditions under which they occur.

Functional Groups

Functional groups are specific groups of atoms within molecules that are responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of those molecules. Recognizing functional groups is essential for predicting the behavior of organic compounds during reactions, as they dictate reactivity and the types of products formed.

Stoichiometry

Stoichiometry involves the calculation of reactants and products in chemical reactions. It is essential for determining the amounts of substances consumed and produced, allowing chemists to predict yields and understand the quantitative relationships in reactions. Mastery of stoichiometry is vital for accurately answering questions about reaction products.

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