The alkaloids are compounds that belong to the group of bases that are naturally occurring, are organic in nature, and contain a nitrogen atom in them. They have different physiological effects on humans as well as on animals. Examples of alkaloids include morphine, quinine, nicotine, etc. These are extracted from plants mostly those who bear flowers. Some species of animals and fungi also produce alkaloids.
The alkaloids are responsible for protecting the plants from the damages that are caused by insects. Alkaloids in their pure form are colorless, have a bitter taste, are non-volatile, and have a crystalline structure. They have a ringed structure which is composed of one or more atoms of nitrogen.
Draw a mechanism for each of the following transformations: /
Draw and name four terminal alkynes with the molecular formula C6H10.
Propose a stepwise mechanism for the following transformation: /
Write an equation for the proton transfer reaction that occurs when each
Identify the sole product of the following reaction: /
Firefly luciferin is the compound that enables fireflies to glow.
Scorzocreticin (S)-1 was isolated from a plant that is
Draw the condensation product that is expected when each of the following
87. What is the major product of this reaction?
Report the result of the following addition to the proper number of
