Chapter 17: Acidity of Protons Flashcards by Ali Alvarado

Q

What is the pKa of carboxylic acids?

A

4-5

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Q

What is the pKa of alcohols?

A

17-18

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Q

What is the pKa of ketones/aldehydes?

A

20-24

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Q

What is the pKa of esters?

A

25

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Q

What is the pKa of alkenes?

A

~45

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What is the pKa of alkanes?

A

~50

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Q

What pKa do protons between two ketones have?

A

9-11

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Why is the pKa of a phenol lower than alcohol?

A

Due to resonance in the benzene ring

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