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Carboxylation quiz
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  • Which is a good description of the carboxylation phase of the Calvin cycle?
    The carboxylation phase involves the fixation of CO2 into an organic molecule, typically catalyzed by the enzyme RuBisCO.
  • What role does dry ice play in the carboxylation process with Grignard reagents?
    Dry ice acts as an electrophile, allowing Grignard reagents to attack the carbon in CO2 and form a carboxylate intermediate.
  • How do Grignard reagents behave in the presence of dry ice?
    Grignard reagents act as strong nucleophiles, attacking the carbon in CO2 to form a carboxylate intermediate.
  • What is the final product of the reaction between Grignard reagents and dry ice?
    The final product is a carboxylic acid, formed after the protonation of the carboxylate intermediate.
  • Why is CO2 considered a strong electrophile in the carboxylation process?
    CO2 is considered a strong electrophile due to its two extremely strong dipoles, making it highly reactive with nucleophiles like Grignard reagents.
  • What is the intermediate formed when Grignard reagents react with CO2?
    The intermediate formed is a carboxylate, which is then protonated to form a carboxylic acid.
  • What is the significance of the protonation step in the carboxylation process?
    The protonation step converts the carboxylate intermediate into a carboxylic acid, completing the synthesis process.
  • How does the carboxylation process with Grignard reagents demonstrate nucleophilic attack?
    The process demonstrates nucleophilic attack as the Grignard reagent's negatively charged R group attacks the electrophilic carbon in CO2.
  • What happens to the electrons during the Grignard reaction with CO2?
    Electrons are pushed down from the carbon in CO2, facilitating the formation of a carboxylate intermediate.
  • What is the visual effect of dry ice in a pool, as mentioned in the video?
    Dry ice creates a vapor that hangs over the pool, similar to the effect seen when Grignard reagents are poured onto it.