F324 - Amines Flashcards
0
Q
How are amides made?
A
Through a condensation reaction between a carboxylic acid and an amine
1
Q
Amines contain what functional group?
A
The amine functional group
2
Q
What is a base?
A
A proton acceptor or an electron pair donor
3
Q
Amines are made by what mechanism?
A
Nucleophilic substitution
4
Q
Describe the reagents and conditions for the reduction of nitrobenzene. What is the product formed?
A
Tin and concentrated HCl; reflux. Phenylamine and 2H2O
5
Q
How is a diazonium salt formed?
A
When a mixture of phenylamine and nitrous acid (HNO2 or HONO) is kept below 10°C.
6
Q
How is a azo-dye formed?
A
Through coupling reactions of a diazonium ion and another molecule, such as phenol, in the presence of OH- at below 10°C
