Organic Synthesis (A Level only) (AQA A-Level Chemistry): Quizzes
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What does atom economy measure in organic synthesis?
What does atom economy measure in organic synthesis?
Proportion of reactants in final product
Why should solvents be avoided in organic synthesis?
Why should solvents be avoided in organic synthesis?
They are flammable & toxic, create waste
What must be included when devising a step-wise synthesis in exams?
What must be included when devising a step-wise synthesis in exams?
Special procedures, conditions, safety
Which reagent oxidizes ethanol () to ethanoic acid?
Which reagent oxidizes ethanol () to ethanoic acid?
Acidified potassium dichromate
Which catalyst is used to hydrate ethene () to ethanol?
Which catalyst is used to hydrate ethene () to ethanol?
Phosphoric acid ()
What type of reaction joins two molecules, releasing water?
What type of reaction joins two molecules, releasing water?
Condensation
What does oxidation generally do in organic synthesis?
What does oxidation generally do in organic synthesis?
Adds oxygen or removes hydrogen
Why is KCN often avoided in synthetic routes?
Why is KCN often avoided in synthetic routes?
It is toxic
What are homogeneous catalysts?
What are homogeneous catalysts?
Soluble in the reaction mixture
Which reagents convert a halogenoalkane into a nitrile?
Which reagents convert a halogenoalkane into a nitrile?
KCN and ethanol