Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry

Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry — practice question

By reacting M, 1,3-dichloropropan-2-ol can be formed.
(a(i))[1]

Give the IUPAC systematic name of M.

(a(ii))[1]

Name the functional group in M that is changed during this reaction.

(a(iii))[1]

State a suitable reagent for this reaction.

(b)[4]

Separate samples of $1,3$-dichloropropan-$2$-ol and $3$-chloropropane-$1,2$-diol are each heated with excess acidified $\text{Cr}_2\text{O}_7^{2-}$ until the reaction is complete. In each case, a different organic product, $Q$ or $R$, is formed. $Q$ and $R$ are then tested separately with $2,4$-dinitrophenylhydrazine solution ($2,4$-DNPH) and sodium carbonate solution, $\text{Na}_2\text{CO}_3(aq)$. Fill in the table with any relevant observations. If there is no reaction, write ‘no visible change’.

(c)[5]

Citric acid can be prepared from $M$ in a four-step reaction. Complete the table for each stage of the sequence by identifying: • the reagents and conditions needed • the reaction type.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 12-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: 1,3-dichloropropan-2-one

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI