[PHA6115 lab] Experiment 1 Flashcards
Interaction of two or more chemical species to form a new product
Synthesis
AKA Oil of Wintergreen
Methyl salicylate
What are the uses of Methyl salicylate?
- Topical analgesic - together with counterirritants, treat minor aches and pains in joints and muscles
- Flavoring agent
Distinct characteristic of Methyl salicylate
Minty odor
AKA Acetylsalicylic acid
Aspirin (ASA)
What are the uses of Acetylsalicylic acid?
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Anti-inflammatory
[Reaction Mechanism of Different Class of Compounds]
Alkanes
Free-radical substitution
[Reaction Mechanism of Different Class of Compounds]
Alkenes and Alkynes
Electrophilic addition
[Reaction Mechanism of Different Class of Compounds]
Arenes
Electrophilic substitution
[Reaction Mechanism of Different Class of Compounds]
Substituted Alkanes
Nucleophilic elimination/substitution
[Reaction Mechanism of Different Class of Compounds]
Carbonyl compounds
Nucleophilic addition
[Reaction Mechanism of Different Class of Compounds]
Carboxyl compounds
Nucleophilic acyl substitution
Formulation for synthesis of Methyl salicylate
0.5 g salicylic and 3 mL of methanol
Positive catalyst in the synthesis of Methyl salicylate
2 drops of sulfuric acid
T or F: The drops of sulfuric acid should be added rapidly
False, it should be slowly (rapid = result to splattering, loss of product, contact with skin)