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Under acidic conditions, a nucleophile attacks an epoxide at the more highly alkyl-substituted C atom, creating a larger partial positive charge on the more substituted ______.
Under acidic conditions, a nucleophile attacks an epoxide at the more highly alkyl-substituted C atom, creating a larger partial positive charge on the more substituted ______.
carbon
The treatment of carboxylic acid with diazomethane yields a methyl ester, where the acidic H atom is replaced by a ______ group.
The treatment of carboxylic acid with diazomethane yields a methyl ester, where the acidic H atom is replaced by a ______ group.
CH3
In epoxide ring opening under neutral or basic conditions, a nucleophile attacks at the less highly ______-substituted C atom of the ring.
In epoxide ring opening under neutral or basic conditions, a nucleophile attacks at the less highly ______-substituted C atom of the ring.
alkyl
Under acidic conditions, only a single alpha ______ takes place, and subsequent halogenation slows down.
Under acidic conditions, only a single alpha ______ takes place, and subsequent halogenation slows down.
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Amines can be classified as primary, secondary, tertiary, or ______ based on the number of alkyl groups attached.
Amines can be classified as primary, secondary, tertiary, or ______ based on the number of alkyl groups attached.
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The alkylation of amines involves ammonia acting as a ______.
The alkylation of amines involves ammonia acting as a ______.
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The major product of Hofmann elimination is the ______ product.
The major product of Hofmann elimination is the ______ product.
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In the synthesis of alkynes, a leaving group must be in the ______ position.
In the synthesis of alkynes, a leaving group must be in the ______ position.
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The conversion of an alkyl halide to a nitrile involves a ______ process.
The conversion of an alkyl halide to a nitrile involves a ______ process.
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Epoxide opening using an alkynide anion takes place under ______ conditions.
Epoxide opening using an alkynide anion takes place under ______ conditions.
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When forming terminal alkynes with strong bases, an ______ workup is required.
When forming terminal alkynes with strong bases, an ______ workup is required.
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Retrosynthetic analysis helps in identifying potential ______ in synthesis questions.
Retrosynthetic analysis helps in identifying potential ______ in synthesis questions.
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The mechanism for the opening of an epoxide by a Grignard reagent requires a ______ step.
The mechanism for the opening of an epoxide by a Grignard reagent requires a ______ step.
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In the SN1 mechanism, a __________ intermediate is formed which can lead to rearrangements.
In the SN1 mechanism, a __________ intermediate is formed which can lead to rearrangements.
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Epoxide chemistry involves the formation of a __________, which is a three-membered cyclic ether.
Epoxide chemistry involves the formation of a __________, which is a three-membered cyclic ether.
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Halogenation of alpha carbons typically requires the presence of a __________ group to facilitate the reaction.
Halogenation of alpha carbons typically requires the presence of a __________ group to facilitate the reaction.
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The process of forming methyl esters from diazomethane involves the nucleophilic attack of __________.
The process of forming methyl esters from diazomethane involves the nucleophilic attack of __________.
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In the SN2 reaction mechanism, the nucleophile attacks the __________ carbon, resulting in the displacement of the leaving group.
In the SN2 reaction mechanism, the nucleophile attacks the __________ carbon, resulting in the displacement of the leaving group.
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Tertiary alcohols typically undergo an __________ mechanism due to the stability of the carbocation formed.
Tertiary alcohols typically undergo an __________ mechanism due to the stability of the carbocation formed.
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One of the limitations of condensation reactions in ether synthesis is the formation of __________ products.
One of the limitations of condensation reactions in ether synthesis is the formation of __________ products.
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Williamson ether synthesis cannot be performed on a __________ haloalkane due to steric hindrance.
Williamson ether synthesis cannot be performed on a __________ haloalkane due to steric hindrance.
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Study Notes
Organic Synthesis Course Notes
- Course Title: 215-1 PGSG
- Semester: Fall 2024
- Week: 8
- Dates: 18-21
General Information
- Class Materials: The class materials, including slides and written notes, are focused on organic synthesis.
- Note-Taking Style: The format uses bullet points, key facts, and chemical structures to condense and organize the material.
- Specific Topics: The lectures cover various methods and mechanisms for forming new organic compounds.
- Course Content: The material consists of detailed lecture notes, chemical reaction procedures, mechanisms, and practice problems.
- Synthesis Focus: Synthesis is described as a specific sequence of chemical reactions that converts starting materials to a target compound. Important details include reactants, target compounds, byproduct(s), conditions such as time, solvent & temperature, and multiple steps required in a reaction.
- Reagent vs. Reaction Conditions: Solvents can also act as reagents in some chemical reactions.
Classification of Reactions
- List of Reactions: Includes SN1, SN2, E1, E2 reactions, and various types of synthesis like ether formation, Williamson ether synthesis, alkylation of amines, etc.
- Legend: (P = predict the product, S = know the stereochemistry, M = know the mechanism) designates the skill level required for each reaction.
- Specificity: The slides explicitly indicate types of reactions, conditions and yield percentages. Further detail includes the different types of reaction involved and possible side or additional reactions.
Specific Reaction Examples
- Ethers: Formation of ethers via condensation, Williamson synthesis reactions, and different ways to create ethers including mechanisms.
- Haloalkane Formation from Alcohols: Tertiary alcohols use SN1, secondary alcohols often use SN1, and primary alcohols use SN2 reaction mechanisms .
- Epoxide Formation: Intramolecular methods for creating epoxides, using halohydrins.
- Diazomethane Reaction: Use of diazomethane to replace acidic H atoms with CH3 groups to produce methyl esters.
- Alkylation of Amines: Alkylation of amines using SN2 reactions.
- Quaternary Ammonium Synthesis: For the synthesis with large excess of alkyl halide.
- Hofmann Elimination: The anti-Zaitsev elimination product and mechanisms.
- Synthesis of Alkynes: E2 elimination reactions, acid workup step and the role of very strong bases to make terminal alkynes.
- Conversion of Alkyl Halide to a Nitrile: New C−C bond formation using an alkyl halide with NaCN and DMSO to create a nitrile.
- Epoxide Reactions under Different Conditions: Acidic and basic conditions can lead to varying products and mechanisms for the same epoxides.
- Organometallic Compounds: Using organometallics like Grignard reagents to form C-C bonds with epoxides in a step-by-step format.
- Alkylation of Alpha Carbon: Methods and mechanisms and need for bases.
- Regioselectivity and Choice of Base: Use and choice of LDA vs. alkoxide bases for alpha alkylation.
- Thermodynamic Versus Kinetic Control: Products/reactions in equilibrium versus products without equilibrium.
Practice Problems
- Problems: Includes multiple practice problems, demonstrating various synthesis strategies.
- Type Problems: Covers numerous different organic reactions. Multiple examples include practice problems for ether synthesis, alkylation, amide formation, amine synthesis and so on. The use of correct solvents, stoichiometric amount of reagent, correct mechanisms and proper reaction conditions, and checking for side reactions are also included. Explicit directions give further detail on problem types. Students can practice on various procedures such as designing reactions in a step-by-step format.
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Explore the key concepts from Week 8 of the Organic Synthesis course. This quiz covers various methods and mechanisms for synthesizing organic compounds, including detailed notes on reactions, processes, and conditions required. Ideal for students seeking to reinforce their understanding of organic synthesis principles.
