Textbook Question
Draw the product(s) of each of the following reactions:
c. p-xylene + acetyl chloride + AlCl3 followed by H2O
19. Reactions of Aromatics: EAS and Beyond
EAS:Friedel-Crafts Acylation Mechanism
6:28 minutesProblem 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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