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8.7.2 - From alkylbenzenes

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Understanding the Preparation of Carboxylic Acids

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Teacher
Teacher

Today, we'll learn about the preparation of carboxylic acids from alkylbenzenes. Can anyone explain what alkylbenzenes are?

Student 1
Student 1

I think alkylbenzenes are compounds that have an alkyl group attached to a benzene ring.

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! Now, when we oxidize these compounds with strong oxidizing agents like chromic acid, what happens to the alkyl groups?

Student 2
Student 2

The alkyl groups are transformed into carboxylic acid groups, right?

Teacher
Teacher

Correct! And what do you think about tertiary alkyl groups—how do they react under these conditions?

Student 3
Student 3

Tertiary alkyl groups don't get oxidized because they're more resistant to this kind of transformation.

Teacher
Teacher

Perfect! So, to summarize, when we oxidize primary or secondary alkyl groups attached to a benzene, we generate carboxylic acids. Tertiary groups, however, remain unchanged.

Using Chromic Acid for Oxidation

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Teacher
Teacher

Let's now focus on chromic acid. Can anyone tell me why it's effective in oxidizing alkylbenzenes?

Student 4
Student 4

Chromic acid is a strong oxidizer, so it can effectively remove hydrogens from the alkyl side chain to create carboxylic acids.

Teacher
Teacher

Absolutely! And what do you think differentiates it when oxidizing primary versus secondary alkyl chains?

Student 1
Student 1

Both can be converted to carboxylic acids, but isn’t it true that secondary alkyl groups can sometimes be more reactive?

Teacher
Teacher

That's right! Secondary alkyls might yield the carboxylic acid product more readily due to less steric hindrance. Let's quickly summarize: chromic acid oxidizes primary and secondary alkylbenzenes to carboxylic acids without affecting tertiary groups.

Complete Oxidation Process

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Teacher
Teacher

Now that we understand the role of chromic acid, let’s break down the oxidation pathway. What substances can be used alongside chromic acid during oxidation?

Student 2
Student 2

Potassium permanganate is another strong oxidizer that's often used for these reactions.

Teacher
Teacher

Great addition! Both chromic acid and potassium permanganate will completely oxidize side chains. Can anyone explain how strong oxidizers might impact the reaction mechanism?

Student 3
Student 3

They facilitate the removal of electrons, making it easier for bonds to break and for new functional groups to form.

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! With this understanding of the mechanisms, let’s wrap up by reiterating: carboxylic acids form from alkylbenzenes through complete oxidation of alkyl chains, which is vital in organic synthesis.

Practical Applications of Carboxylic Acid Synthesis

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Teacher
Teacher

Let’s shift gears and discuss why the synthesis of carboxylic acids is crucial. Can anyone suggest industries that rely on carboxylic acids?

Student 4
Student 4

The food industry uses acetic acid, and cosmeceuticals often utilize benzoic acid for preservation.

Teacher
Teacher

Absolutely! Carboxylic acids are indeed important in several industries. To summarize, their production via oxidation of alkylbenzenes is not just an academic interest but has significant industrial value.

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This section details the methods of preparing carboxylic acids from alkylbenzenes through oxidation.

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The section elaborates on several techniques to synthesize carboxylic acids from alkylbenzenes, highlighting the use of strong oxidizers that convert side chains into carboxyl groups. It emphasizes the complete oxidation of primary and secondary alkyl groups, while tertiary ones remain unaffected.

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Detailed Summary

Carboxylic acids can be synthesized from alkylbenzenes by performing vigorous oxidation. This transformation typically utilizes chromic acid or potassium permanganate, both of which can completely oxidize the alkyl side chains attached to the benzene ring to carboxylic acid functionalities. While primary and secondary alkyl groups are fully converted to carboxyl groups, tertiary groups do not undergo this oxidation due to steric hindrance. This section critically discusses the relevance of these oxidation methods in the wider context of organic synthesis and their application in producing various aromatic carboxylic acids, thereby underlining the significance of functional group transformations in organic chemistry.

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Preparation of Aromatic Carboxylic Acids

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Aromatic carboxylic acids can be prepared by vigorous oxidation of alkyl benzenes with chromic acid or acidic or alkaline potassium permanganate. The entire side chain is oxidised to the carboxyl group irrespective of length of the side chain. Primary and secondary alkyl groups are oxidised in this manner while tertiary group is not affected.

Detailed Explanation

To prepare aromatic carboxylic acids, we use strong oxidizing agents like chromic acid or potassium permanganate. These agents oxidize the alkyl groups attached to the aromatic ring. This means that no matter how long the chain of carbon atoms is in the alkyl group, the entire chain gets converted into a carboxylic acid (–COOH) functional group. However, if the alkyl group is tertiary, it won’t undergo this oxidation reaction effectively. This reaction showcases how we can transform a less functional compound (alkyl benzene) to a more functional one (aromatic carboxylic acid).

Examples & Analogies

Imagine you are trying to make a delicious sauce (aromatic carboxylic acid) starting from a basic ingredient like ketchup (alkyl benzene). Just like how heating and adding spices (oxidizing agents) transforms your ketchup into a richer sauce (carboxylic acids), the oxidizing agents will transform the basic alkyl benzene into aromatic carboxylic acids by adding more functional complexity.

Oxidation of Alkyl Groups

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Suitably substituted alkenes are also oxidised to carboxylic acids with these oxidising reagents.

Detailed Explanation

The oxidation process isn't limited to alkyl benzenes alone; we can also oxidize substituted alkenes using the same strong oxidizing agents. This means if we have an alkene (a hydrocarbon with a carbon-carbon double bond) that is substituted with the appropriate groups, it can also be converted into a carboxylic acid. This demonstrates the versatility of oxidation reactions in organic chemistry, allowing for the creation of carboxylic acids from various starting materials.

Examples & Analogies

Think of this like cooking two different types of vegetables into a dish (carboxylic acid). Just like how you can use both carrots and potatoes to make a stew (oxidation of different compounds can yield the same product), different alkene structures can be transformed into the same final product, namely carboxylic acids, using oxidizing agents.

Definitions & Key Concepts

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Key Concepts

  • Alkyl groups can be converted to carboxylic acids via oxidation.

  • Chromic acid can fully oxidize primary and secondary alkyl chains.

  • Tertiary alkyl groups remain unaffected during oxidation.

Examples & Real-Life Applications

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Examples

  • Oxidation of toluene (methylbenzene) to produce benzoic acid.

  • Oxidizing propylbenzene leading to the formation of propanoic acid.

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🎵 Rhymes Time

  • Oxidize that benzene bright, carboxylic acids come to light.

📖 Fascinating Stories

  • Once a young chemist wanted to turn a simple methylbenzene into something grand. With chromic acid in hand, he oxidized the chain, and behold—a glorious carboxylic acid was born!

🧠 Other Memory Gems

  • A for alkyl, C for carboxyl, remember this duo for oxidation to follow.

🎯 Super Acronyms

CAR - Carboxylic Acid Result

  • Remember CAR to recall the outcome of oxidation.

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Glossary of Terms

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  • Term: Alkylbenzene

    Definition:

    An organic compound consisting of a benzene ring attached to an alkyl group.

  • Term: Carboxylic Acid

    Definition:

    An organic acid containing a carboxyl group (-COOH).

  • Term: Oxidation

    Definition:

    A chemical reaction that involves the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state.

  • Term: Chromic Acid

    Definition:

    A strong oxidizing agent used in organic synthesis to convert alcohols to ketones or carboxylic acids.