Unit 4 Aromatic Chemistry Flashcards
1
Q
Write the two equations to show the formation of nitronium ion from H2SO4 and HNO3
A
H2SO4 + HNO3 —> HSO4- + H2NO3+ H2NO3+ —> NO2+ + H2O
2
Q
Name the type of mechanism for Nitration and Friedel-Crafts Acylation?
A
Electrophilic substitution
3
Q
What are the conditions for nitration?
A
Conc HNO3, conc H2SO4, heat but less than 60 degrees
4
Q
Outline a mechanism for nitration.
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5
Q
Outline a mechanism for Friedel-Crafts acylation.
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6
Q
Once nitration has taken place, the product can be made into an Amine. State how
A
Reduction using Tin and conc HCl
7
Q
What is the product of nitration used for?
A
TNT (explosives)
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