Uses of using ethanoic anhydride over ethanoyl chloride as an acylating agent Flashcards
1
Q
List the advantages of using ethanoic anhydride over ethanoyl chloride as an acylating agent
(4 advantages)
A
1) Cheaper
2) Less corrosive
3) Does not react with water as readily
4) Safer as the by-product of the reaction is ethanoic acid rather than hydrogen chloride