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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
13. Alcohols and Carbonyl Compounds2h 17m
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

22. Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: NAS

Carboxylic Acid to Acid Chloride

Organic Chemistry

22. Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: NAS

Carboxylic Acid to Acid Chloride

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Problem 47c

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Predict the product of the following reactions.
(c)

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Identify the type of reaction: Begin by determining the type of reaction that is occurring. Common types include substitution, addition, elimination, and rearrangement reactions. Understanding the reaction type will guide you in predicting the product.

Analyze the reactants: Examine the structure of the reactants involved in the reaction. Look for functional groups, stereochemistry, and any other relevant features that might influence the reaction pathway.

Consider the reaction conditions: Reaction conditions such as temperature, solvent, and presence of catalysts can significantly affect the outcome. Make sure to take these into account when predicting the product.

Apply mechanistic knowledge: Use your understanding of reaction mechanisms to predict how the reactants will transform into products. Consider the movement of electrons, formation of intermediates, and any possible rearrangements.

Draw the product structure: Based on the analysis and mechanistic understanding, draw the structure of the predicted product. Ensure that you account for stereochemistry and any changes in functional groups or connectivity.

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Key Concepts

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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. Familiarity with mechanisms helps predict the outcome of reactions and the stability of products formed.

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 allows chemists to predict how different compounds will react under various conditions. This knowledge is essential for determining the products of organic reactions.

Stereochemistry

Stereochemistry involves the study of the spatial arrangement of atoms in molecules and how this affects their chemical behavior. It is important for predicting the products of reactions, especially in cases where chirality or geometric isomerism is involved. Understanding stereochemistry is key to anticipating the specific isomers that may be produced in a reaction.

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