Carbonyl Flashcards
1
Q
Plan an experiment that would allow the student to confirm the identity of the pure organic product by means of a chemical test. (cyclohexanone)
A
React sample with 2,4 DNP (Dinitrophenylhydrazine)
Recrystallise and determine melting point
Compare with actual value and if similar then pure
2
Q
What is the test for aldehyde
A
Tollens Reagent
Silver mirror formed
RCHO + [O] → RCOOH
3
Q
What is meant by the term isoelectric point?
A
The pH at which the amino acid exists as a zwitterion
4
Q
Explain what is meant by the term optical isomers
A
(optical isomers are) non-super imposable mirror images
