(a)[2]
Suggest the structures of compounds T and U and draw them in the boxes above.
(b)[5]
Suggest suitable reagents and conditions for steps 1-5.
(c)[2]
Identify the reaction types in steps 1 and 5.
Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Organic synthesis
Organic synthesis — practice question
The anti-inflammatory drug ketoprofen can be made from benzene through the five steps shown below.