Organic Chemistry Essay Examples

The purpose of this experiment was to synthesize the Grignard reagent, phenyl magnesium bromide, and then use the manufactured Grignard reagent to synthesize the alcohol, triphenylmethanol, by reacting with benzophenone and protonation by H3O+. The triphenylmethanol was purified by recrystallization. The melting point, Infrared Spectroscopy, 13C NMR, and 1H NMR were used to characterize and […]

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The purpose of this lab was to synthesize triphenylmethanol from benzophenone and bromobenzene by the formation of a Grignard compound with the reagents bromobenzene and magnesium metal. The bromobenzene was first transformed into the Grignard compound and was then reacted with the benzophenone to make the final product. The mixture was then mixed with sulfuric […]

Introduction The fundamental components of all living beings are cells. Cells offer structural support, absorb nutrients, and convert energy. They also possess specific functions and genetic material for replication. Furthermore, cells function as metabolic compartments where a variety of chemical reactions occur. There are two categories of cells: eukaryotic and prokaryotic. Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic […]

Soap From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search For other uses, see Soap (disambiguation). A collection of decorative soaps often found in hotels  Two equivalent images of the chemical structure of sodium stearate, a typical soap. In chemistry, soap is a salt of a fatty acid.  Soaps are mainly used as surfactants for […]

INTRODUCTION Lipids are organic compounds found in living organisms that are insoluble or slightly soluble in water but soluble in non-polar organic solvents. Lipids can be classified into four groups which are -fats, oils, and waxes, -compound lipids, -steroids, and -derived lipids. Various experiments are done on lipids. Some tests are for saturation, presence of […]

In this experiment, the stereochemistry of 2,3-dibromo-3-phenylpropanoic was found to determine syn or anti addition of bromines. The melting point was 199-203°C and the NMR J values angle is at 167 which both prove the erythro-2,3-dibromo-3-phenylpropanoic. Determination of the Stereochemistry of 2,3-dibromo-3-phenylpropanoic acid. An addition of bromine was added to trans-cinnamic acid and it is […]

Classification Tests for Carboxylic Acid and Derivatives Mary Catherine Sarte, John Emmanuel Sy, Allurie Umel,Franklin Yap, Mary Christine YouIntroduction Carboxylic acids derivatives are simply groupsof compounds that contain a carbonyl group butwith an electronegative atom attached to thecarbon. The difference in the structure leads to amajor change in reactivity. The reactions of thesegroups of compounds […]

In recent years, the use of natural repellents for repelling mosquitoes, ticks, and other insects has significantly increased. This is due to concerns about the health risks associated with DEET, which is present in most chemical insect repellents. DEET can cause brain damage and has drawbacks such as a bad odor and unpleasant feel on […]

Filters in negative air machine:  pre_filter  Intermediate filter  HEAP filter Lockwood is sealant sprayed on after asbestos is cleaned off to seal in invisible fliers. Swayback is new insulation (e fireproofing) put up after asbestos is removed and the lob passes the clearance alarm sample. Techniques used to milliner the number of airborne fibers: Keep […]

This experiment is designed to demonstrate two concepts. First, it will provide a demonstration of how chemists can use chemical reactions to understand reaction mechanisms. Second, is the concept of multi-step synthesis. You will be performing the following reaction: Isomer IIsomer II + Enantiomer+ Enantiomer Brominetrans-Cinnamic Acid2,3-Dibromo-3-phenylpropanoic acid MW 160 g/molMW 148 g/molMW 308 g/mol […]

Abstract: The purpose of this experiment was to synthesize isopentyl acetate via an esterification reaction between acetic acid and isopentyl alcohol, using concentrated sulfuric acid as a catalyst. The product was washed with sodium hydrogen carbonate, as well as with water, then dried with anhydrous sodium sulfate. The product was then distilled using a Hickman […]

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One of the most prevalent separation methods in laboratories or industries involving liquid chemicals is distillation. This technique separates liquid chemicals by their volatilities through the process of vaporizing the liquid mixture in one vessel and condensing the vapors into another. Distillation is the process of separating a liquid mixture known as distilland, into a […]

The aim of this experiment involves the oxidation of primary alcohol, ethanol, resulting in the production of either an aldhyde or a carboxylic acid. The desired outcome is to test and determine whether the final product is ethanol or ethanoic acid. Safety While conducting any experiment, it is crucial to prioritize safety. In this experiment, […]

The ester of Miltonic acid was transformed into an anion by a strong base and reacted with browbeaten in the solution resulting in a butyl derivative of Miltonic ester. To isolate the product, water was added to the reaction solution, which was then extracted with ether. The collected ether was dried and evaporated, yielding the […]

Terpenes are a large and varied class of hydrocarbons produced by a wide variety of plants. Many essential oils belong to the terpene class. They are made up of two or more five-carbon units that are called isoprenes. Limonene is a terpene that can be separated from orange peels almost 100% in the (R)-(+)-limonene form. […]

Alcohols react with hydrogen halides (HCl is used in this experiment) to yield the resultant alkyl halides and water. The insolubility of the alkyl halide in water allows the separation of it from the aqueous layer using a separatory funnel. The alkyl halide, then, were purified by a simple distillation apparatus using boiling point differences […]

The History of Absolut Vodka Absolut Norfolk Vodka has been a very popular spirit since 1979. It is the fourth largest international premium spirit in the world. It’s was made in a small village called Ahus in Southern Sweden. From 1979 to 2010 they have branch out over fifteen different brands and flavor all over […]

Preparation of 1-bromobutane, an SN2 reaction Preparation of 2-chloro-2-methylbutane, an SN1 reaction Introduction The purpose of this experiment is to synthesize 1-bromobutane from 1-butanol and sodium bromide. In order for this reaction to reach completion there are four major operations that need to be performed. The four major operations include refluxing, simple distillation, separation, and […]

Distillation of Alcoholic Beverages Abstract We used a Quickfit Set Up in order to perform a Simple Distillation procedure. We used 15mL of The Bar as our distillate. We separated and calculated the alcohol content of the said beverage by the distillation process. Introduction Alcoholic beverages are undeniably part of our culture for a long […]

Written report discussing the purity of my aspirin sample I produced. When I carried out the experiment to produce an aspirin sample I had to take a few results I had gained from carrying out the experiment later used these to work out the experimental error and percentage % yield. The results I used where […]