Organic Chemistry - Standalone book
Organic Chemistry - Standalone book
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ISBN: 9780073511214
Author: Francis A Carey Dr., Robert M. Giuliano
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 20.12, Problem 20P
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Interpretation:

An equation showing the preparation of the given amides from the indicated carboxylic acid derivative is to be written.

Concept Introduction:

The reaction between amine and alkyl halide is direct nucleophilic substitution reaction.

The amino group acts as nucleophile and attacks the electrophilic carbon in alkyl halide followed by deprotonation to form amine or ammonium salt.

The formation of diazonium salt from aromatic amines takes place using sodium nitrite and hydrochloric acid at low temperatures.

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