Reason For Learning
Organic reaction pathways are extremely important in the formation of new and useful products. The most common of organic reactions such as addition reactions of alkenes; substitution reactions for alkanes; oxidation of primary alcohols and esterification are considered key knowledge. The organic reaction pathways in which esters are produced from alkenes will also be studied. You will also revisit the principles of fractional distillation.
Learning Intention
After completing this learning bite you should be able to;
Describe the substitution reactions in alkanes and be able to name the products formed.
Write equations illustrating substitution reactions.
Describe and write equations for addition reactions.
Explain the importance of functional groups.
Describe the typical reactions of chloroalkanes, alkanols, and carboxylic acids as well as writing equations for these reactions.
Identify the names and structures of the alkanols and carboxylic acids used in the preparation of esters.
You should be also able to calculate the yield of a reaction.
Key Vocabulary Terms