orangic syntheis Flashcards

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explain why chemist aim to design processes that use use non-hazardous starting materials

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to limit potential for accidents and environmental damage

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explain why chemist aim to design processes that do not require a solvent

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reduce hazards associated with process and the amount of waste created by synthesis route
often flammable and toxic so can pose safety risks
if solvent has to be disposed of after reaction complete it creates a lot of waste too

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explain why chemist aim to design production methods with fewer steps that have higher percentage atom economy

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so not too wasteful

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