Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Carboxylic acids and derivatives

Carboxylic acids and derivatives — practice question

Fig. 7.1 shows a reaction scheme. The reagents required for reaction 2 and reaction 3 are given. Reaction 5 occurs when $\text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{NH}_2$ is combined with compound $V$. No special conditions are needed.
(a)[1]

Identify compound $U$, which is made up of only three elements.

(b)[1]

Describe the reagents and the conditions used for reaction 1.

(c)[1]

Identify which compound is $V$.

(d)[1]

Complete reaction 3 by finishing the equation. $\text{CH}_3\text{COOH} + \text{SOCl}_2 \rightarrow \;\ldots$

(e)[1]

Identify which compound is $W$.

(f)[1]

Describe the conditions needed for reaction 4.

(g)[1]

Suggest a reagent that is needed for reaction 6.

(h)[4]

Complete Table 7.1 by entering reaction numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 in the right-hand column. Take the numbers from Fig. 7.1. Use each of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 exactly once.

(i)[4]

Compare the basicities of $\text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{NHCOCH}_3$, $\text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{NHCH}_2\text{CH}_3$ and $\text{NH}_3$. Explain your answer.

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