acylation Flashcards
1
Q
what is acylation
A
the process in which the acyl group is introduced into another molecule
2
Q
what are the acyl compounds
A
acid derivative that has the acyl part of the compound - clhlorine, or anhydride
3
Q
how to name acyl chlorides
A
the acid such as ethanoyl chloride
4
Q
how to name anhydrides
A
the acid anhydride such as ethanoic anhydride
5
Q
why do we use acylation reactions- anhydrides
A
it is cheaper
it is less corrosive
it does not react with water readily
it is safer as it produces ethanic acid rather than hcl
6
Q
why do we prepare aspirin using acid anhydride rather than acid chloride
A
very faster and using acid anhydride we can control the reaction and doesnt produce hcl
