Is DMF polar aprotic?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether DMF (Dimethylformamide) is considered a polar aprotic solvent. Understanding the properties of solvents and their classifications is key to answering this question.
Answer
DMF is a polar aprotic solvent.
The final answer is that DMF is a polar aprotic solvent.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is that DMF is a polar aprotic solvent.
More Information
A polar aprotic solvent like DMF lacks hydrogen atoms connected to electronegative atoms (such as O or N), which means it cannot form hydrogen bonds with solutes. This property makes it highly effective in facilitating SN2 reactions.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing polar aprotic solvents with polar protic solvents (which can form hydrogen bonds) or assuming that polarity alone determines if a solvent is aprotic.
Sources
- Dimethylformamide - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Why is dimethylformamide a polar aprotic solvent? - Socratic - socratic.org
- Polar Protic and Aprotic Solvents - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
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