Post-Lab Questions:
1. The amine was not isolated during this reaction sequence. Briefly explain a method that would permit you to isolate the amine as a solid product.
2. During the imine reduction to the amine, the imine seems to dissolve in the solution slowly. Describe what is occurring. Explain why the amide product precipitates out of the solution as water is added to the ethanolic solution.
3. This structure of capsaicin, the pungent component in red pepper or capsicum annum, is displayed below. Propose a multi-step synthetic scheme analogous to the sequence utilized in this experiment to develop capsaicin.