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Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of a catalyst in reactions involving transition metals?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of a catalyst in reactions involving transition metals?
- Catalysts provide an alternative reaction pathway with lower activation energy, speeding up the reaction. (correct)
- Catalysts are consumed in the reaction but are regenerated at the end.
- Catalysts shift the equilibrium position of a reaction to favor product formation.
- Catalysts increase the activation energy of a reaction, slowing it down.
Dehydration of alcohols leads to the formation of alkenes via elimination.
Dehydration of alcohols leads to the formation of alkenes via elimination.
True (A)
What type of polymerisation reaction involves the elimination of a small molecule such as water?
What type of polymerisation reaction involves the elimination of a small molecule such as water?
condensation polymerization
In mass spectrometry, the molecular ion peak represents the ______ of the original molecule.
In mass spectrometry, the molecular ion peak represents the ______ of the original molecule.
Match the following analytical techniques with the type of information they provide:
Match the following analytical techniques with the type of information they provide:
Which property of transition metals allows them to act as catalysts in various chemical reactions?
Which property of transition metals allows them to act as catalysts in various chemical reactions?
Which of the following best describes the function of Cisplatin?
Which of the following best describes the function of Cisplatin?
Metal-aqua ions always exhibit acidic properties in solution due to the polarization of coordinated water molecules.
Metal-aqua ions always exhibit acidic properties in solution due to the polarization of coordinated water molecules.
Which of the following techniques is most suitable for purifying a small amount of an organic solid product in a lab setting?
Which of the following techniques is most suitable for purifying a small amount of an organic solid product in a lab setting?
Acyl chlorides are generally more reactive than acid anhydrides towards nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions.
Acyl chlorides are generally more reactive than acid anhydrides towards nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions.
What is the general formula for an ester?
What is the general formula for an ester?
In $^1$H NMR spectroscopy, the area under a peak is proportional to the number of equivalent ______ producing that signal.
In $^1$H NMR spectroscopy, the area under a peak is proportional to the number of equivalent ______ producing that signal.
Match the chromatographic technique with its primary application:
Match the chromatographic technique with its primary application:
During the nitration of benzene, what is the electrophile that attacks the aromatic ring?
During the nitration of benzene, what is the electrophile that attacks the aromatic ring?
Amines are generally more basic than amides.
Amines are generally more basic than amides.
What type of isomers are enantiomers?
What type of isomers are enantiomers?
What is the primary purpose of adding sodium carbonate to the reaction mixture in the propyl ethanoate synthesis?
What is the primary purpose of adding sodium carbonate to the reaction mixture in the propyl ethanoate synthesis?
Heating the reaction mixture with a naked flame is a safe and recommended procedure when synthesizing propyl ethanoate.
Heating the reaction mixture with a naked flame is a safe and recommended procedure when synthesizing propyl ethanoate.
Besides flammability, what other hazard is associated with propan-1-ol according to the provided safety information?
Besides flammability, what other hazard is associated with propan-1-ol according to the provided safety information?
To minimize the risk when handling concentrated ethanoic acid, one should use as ______ as possible.
To minimize the risk when handling concentrated ethanoic acid, one should use as ______ as possible.
Match the hazard with the appropriate risk reduction measure in the synthesis of propyl ethanoate:
Match the hazard with the appropriate risk reduction measure in the synthesis of propyl ethanoate:
What is the role of concentrated sulfuric acid in the synthesis of propyl ethanoate?
What is the role of concentrated sulfuric acid in the synthesis of propyl ethanoate?
Cooling the reaction mixture isn't necessary and can be skipped to save time.
Cooling the reaction mixture isn't necessary and can be skipped to save time.
In general terms, what type of assessment should be preformed before any experiment?
In general terms, what type of assessment should be preformed before any experiment?
Flashcards
What are esters?
What are esters?
Organic compounds formed by reacting carboxylic acids with alcohols.
What is a risk assessment?
What is a risk assessment?
A process to identify potential dangers and necessary safety measures before conducting an experiment.
How to reduce flammability risk?
How to reduce flammability risk?
Away from open flames. Use a water bath for heating to reduce the risk.
How to handle irritants?
How to handle irritants?
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Precautions for corrosive substances
Precautions for corrosive substances
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How to reduce chemical risks?
How to reduce chemical risks?
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What are old-style hazard symbols?
What are old-style hazard symbols?
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Why use sodium carbonate?
Why use sodium carbonate?
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Dehydrating Alcohols
Dehydrating Alcohols
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Oxidising Alcohols
Oxidising Alcohols
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Tests for Functional Groups
Tests for Functional Groups
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Mass Spectrometry
Mass Spectrometry
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Infrared Spectroscopy
Infrared Spectroscopy
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Condensation Polymerisation
Condensation Polymerisation
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Complex Ions
Complex Ions
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Ligand Substitution Reactions
Ligand Substitution Reactions
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Optical Isomers
Optical Isomers
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Aldehydes and Ketones
Aldehydes and Ketones
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Hydroxynitriles
Hydroxynitriles
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Carboxylic Acids and Esters
Carboxylic Acids and Esters
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Reactions of Esters
Reactions of Esters
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Acyl Chlorides
Acyl Chlorides
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Acid Anhydrides
Acid Anhydrides
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Purifying Organic Compounds
Purifying Organic Compounds
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Study Notes
- This text provides information about alcohols, acids, bases, organic analysis, period 3 elements, transition metals, polymers, amino acids, proteins, DNA, further synthesis and analysis, isomerism, carbonyl compounds Aromatic compounds, amines, exam skills, exam help and practical skills
Alcohols
- Key topics include dehydrating alcohols, ethanol production, and oxidizing alcohols.
Acids, Bases, and Kw
- Focuses on pH calculations, the acid dissociation constant, titrations and pH curves, titration calculations, buffer action, and calculating the pH of buffers.
Organic Analysis
- Covers tests for functional groups, mass spectrometry, and infrared spectroscopy.
Period 3 Elements
- Discusses the elements themselves and their oxides.
Transition Metals
- Covers the basics, complex ions, isomerism in complex ions, formation of colored ions, ligand substitution reactions, variable oxidation states, titrations, catalysts, and metal-aqua ions.
Isomerism and Carbonyl Compounds
- Includes optical isomerism, aldehydes and ketones, hydroxynitriles, carboxylic acids and esters, reactions and uses of esters, acyl chlorides, and acid anhydrides, as well as methods for purifying organic compounds.
Aromatic Compounds and Amines
- Focuses on aromatic compounds, their reactions, amines and amides.
Polymers
- Examines condensation polymerization, monomers and repeating units, and methods for disposing of polymers.
Amino Acids, Proteins, and DNA
- Details amino acids, proteins, enzymes, DNA, and cisplatin.
Further Synthesis and Analysis
- Covers organic synthesis, NMR spectroscopy (including 13C and 1H NMR), chromatography, and gas chromatography.
Maths Skills
- Include exam techniques, formulas and equations, units, powers and logarithms, and graphs.
Exam Help
- Includes exam structure and technique, diagrams, and periodic table facts and trends.
Practical skills
- Esters are organic compounds made by reacting carboxylic acids with alcohols.
- Concentrated sulfuric acid is used in the reaction.
- A risk assessment should be performed before carrying out an experiment to identify safety measures.
- Propan-1-ol & Concentrated ethanoic acid, concentrated sulfuric acid are hazardous chemicals involved.
- Propan-1-ol is flammable and an irritant.
- Keep away from naked flames and use a water bath to heat the reaction mixture.
- Use as little propan-1-ol as possible.
- Wear a lab coat, goggles, and gloves when handling it.
- Concentrated ethanoic acid is corrosive.
- Use as little concentrated ethanoic acid as possible.
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Comprehensive A-Level chemistry resource covering alcohols, acids, bases, organic analysis, Period 3 elements, transition metals, polymers, amino acids, proteins, and DNA. Further topics include synthesis, isomerism, carbonyl, aromatic compounds, amines, and practical skills.
