CH10: Synthesis and Reactions of beta-Dicarbonyl Compounds: Further Chemistry of Enolate Anions Flashcards
1
Q
What are beta-dicarbonyl compounds?
A
Two carbonyl systems one carbon away from each other
2
Q
Claisen condensation
A
Synthesis of beta-keto esters
1) NaOC2H5
2) H3O+
One group loses an H, one loses OC2H5 which is why the base used must be NaOC2H5
