Organic synthesis Flashcards
1
Q
Atom economy
A
- molecular mass of the desired product / sum of molecular masses of all products
- x 100
2
Q
Limiting reagent
A
- substance in a chemical reaction which runs out first
3
Q
Reaction conditions
A
- Specific requirements
- temperature, pressure, catalyst
- for a reaction
4
Q
Reagents
A
reactants of a chemical reaction
