Questions from Organic Chemistry


Q: In your own words, describe the steps used to name a

In your own words, describe the steps used to name a compound, using IUPAC nomenclature.

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Q: Design the synthesis of each of the following esters from organic alcohols

Design the synthesis of each of the following esters from organic alcohols. a. Methyl butanoate (apples) b. Octyl ethanoate (oranges)

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Q: Describe the relationship between acyl group transfer and the process of protein

Describe the relationship between acyl group transfer and the process of protein synthesis.

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Q: Calculate the osmotic pressure of 0.50 M C6H12O6 (nonelectrolyte

Calculate the osmotic pressure of 0.50 M C6H12O6 (nonelectrolyte).

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Q: Describe the role of disulfide bonds in the synthesis and structure of

Describe the role of disulfide bonds in the synthesis and structure of insulin.

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Q: For each pair of compounds, predict which would have the higher

For each pair of compounds, predict which would have the higher boiling point. Explain your reasoning. a. Propanamine or propanol b. Propane or ethanamine c. Methanamine or water d. Propyl methylamine...

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Q: Define the terms primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohol, and

Define the terms primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohol, and draw a general structure for each.

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Q: Describe the rules for determining the common names of carboxylic acids.

Describe the rules for determining the common names of carboxylic acids.

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Q: Which of the following alcohols can be oxidized to a carboxylic acid

Which of the following alcohols can be oxidized to a carboxylic acid? Name the carboxylic acid produced. For those alcohols that cannot be oxidized to a carboxylic acid, name the final product. a. Eth...

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Q: How can Le Chatelier’s principle help us to increase yields of chemical

How can Le Chatelier’s principle help us to increase yields of chemical reactions?

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