phase transfer and column chromatography Flashcards
1
Q
what is one particular functional group that you must look in the fingerprint region for
A
ethers (1300-1000 cm-1)
2
Q
what is the main issue being solved by phase transfer catalysis
A
the compounds we want to react are only soluble in opposing phases
3
Q
what is unique about the transfer catalyst agent
A
it is ionic so it is soluble in water, but also consists of oily hydrocarbons so is also soluble in organic phase
4
Q
what is the purpose of the phase transfer catalyst
A
it brings one compound into the other layer so the reactants are actually in contact with each other
