8.9.2 - Reactions Involving Cleavage of C–OH Bond
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What result do you obtain when heating acetic acid with sulfuric acid?
💡 Hint: Consider dehydration and the product expected from an acid.
Define esterification in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about the reactants and what they yield.
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What do carboxylic acids form when they react with alcohols?
💡 Hint: Consider what functional groups are being involved in the reaction.
True or False: Cleavage of the C–OH bond in carboxylic acid is part of the esterification process.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to the hydroxyl group during the formation of the ester.
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Outline the steps taken to convert a carboxylic acid into its anhydride and explain any challenges faced during the reaction.
💡 Hint: Think about what conditions are permissible for a reversible reaction.
Design a synthetic route to obtain an ester from a specific carboxylic acid. What reagents would you choose and why?
💡 Hint: Focus on how to facilitate the reaction while ensuring the purity of the ester.
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