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Draw the mechanisms and explain the stereochemical outcome of the following reactions: (5 marks each). I. $$Ac_2O$$ $$AcOH, 80^\circ C$$ II. $$NaN_3$$ DMF III. $$H_2SO_4$$ heat

Name: draw the mechanisms and explain the stereochemical outcome of the following reactions 5 marks each i ac2o acoh 80circ c ii nan3 dmf iii h2so4 heat 10741
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Description: draw the mechanisms and explain the stereochemical outcome of the following reactions 5 marks each i ac2o acoh 80circ c ii nan3 dmf iii h2so4 heat 10741

          Draw the mechanisms and explain the stereochemical outcome of the following reactions: (5 marks each).
I.
$$Ac_2O$$
$$AcOH, 80^\circ C$$
II.
$$NaN_3$$
DMF
III.
$$H_2SO_4$$
heat

draw the mechanisms and explain the stereochemical outcome of the following reactions 5 marks each i ac2o acoh 80circ c ii nan3 dmf iii h2so4 heat 10741

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Chemistry: Structure and Properties

Nivaldo Tro 2nd Edition

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05/24/2022

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The nitrogen atom of the amine acts as a nucleophile and attacks one of the carbonyl carbons of acetic anhydride. This forms a tetrahedral intermediate. The acetate ion then leaves as a good leaving group, regenerating the carbonyl and forming an amide. The Show more…

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Draw the mechanisms and explain the stereochemical outcome of the following reactions: (5 marks each). I. $$Ac_2O$$ $$AcOH, 80^\circ C$$ II. $$NaN_3$$ DMF III. $$H_2SO_4$$ heat