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Design a polymerization reaction to produce a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) with a molecular weight of 1 million grams per mole using ethylene as the monomer and a Ziegler-Natta catalyst system. Calculate the theoretical yield of the reaction and explain the factors that may affect the percent yield.

asked Feb 4 in Organic Chemistry by ShadStansbur (1.8k points)

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Design a polymerization reaction scheme to synthesize a biodegradable and water-soluble polymer for use in environmentally friendly packaging materials.

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Design a multi-step synthesis of 2-phenylbutanoic acid starting from benzene and any other necessary reagents, using retrosynthesis to plan the reaction steps. Include reaction mechanisms, reagents, and conditions for each step.

asked Feb 4 in Organic Chemistry by KristinCoghl (1.7k points)

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Design a heterocyclic compound using pyridine as a starting material and incorporating at least one nitrogen atom in the heterocyclic ring. Draw the reaction mechanism involved in the synthesis and explain the role of each reagent used in the synthesis.

asked Feb 4 in Organic Chemistry by DominickPlum (2.5k points)

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Consider the synthesis of ibuprofen, a common pain reliever. Starting with benzene and propene, propose a detailed retrosynthesis of ibuprofen. Include all necessary reagents and reaction steps, as well as any potential issues with the synthesis pathway.

asked Feb 3 in Organic Chemistry by TroyWitcher8 (2.1k points)

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Consider the synthesis of a compound with both a carboxylic acid and an alcohol functional group. How would you use protecting groups in organic synthesis to selectively modify only one of these functional groups while leaving the other intact during the synthesis process? Specifically, explain the steps and reagents used to protect and deprotect the functional groups in order to achieve the desired modification.

asked Feb 3 in Organic Chemistry by ChristopherF (2.0k points)

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Consider the following compound: 3,5-dimethylphenol. Using the protecting group strategy, propose a synthetic route for converting 3,5-dimethylphenol to 3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid. Include all necessary reagents and reaction conditions.

asked Feb 3 in Organic Chemistry by SheliaSaucie (2.1k points)

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asked Feb 3 in Organic Chemistry by LawrenceShel (1.6k points)

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What is the effect of changing the monomer structure on the properties of the polymer produced in a polymerization reaction? Provide examples of how different monomers can result in polymers with varying physical and chemical properties.

asked Feb 3 in Organic Chemistry by ChadLarocque (2.2k points)

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What is the difference in reactivity between carboxylic acids and acid chlorides towards nucleophilic substitution reactions, and what factors affect their reactivity?

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by ChristiKobay (2.0k points)

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What are the differences in the functional groups and properties of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids, and how do these differences contribute to their roles in biological systems?

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by ElviaBumgarn (1.8k points)

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What is the difference in structure and function between carbohydrates and lipids, and how do these biomolecules contribute to the formation of biological membranes?

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by FletaStepp73 (2.0k points)

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What are the structural differences between carbohydrates and lipids, and how do these differences impact their respective biological functions?

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by ChanteStroh (1.5k points)

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What is the difference between carbohydrates and lipids in terms of their chemical structure and functional roles in living organisms?

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by Denny08T6070 (2.5k points)

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What are the differences in chemical structure between carbohydrates and lipids, and how do these differences contribute to their distinct properties and functions in biological systems? Provide examples of each molecule and their biological roles.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by Phillipp57B1 (2.3k points)

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Identify the structural isomers for the organic compound C4H10O and explain how they differ in their physical and chemical properties.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by VicenteWinif (1.8k points)

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What is the isomeric relationship between butane and 2-methylpropane? Draw the structures for each of the isomers and explain the difference in their physical properties.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by MarkusPaquet (1.7k points)

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What are the different types of biomolecules found in living organisms and how are they classified based on their chemical structures and functions? Provide examples of each type of biomolecule and explain their importance in biological systems.

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by OctavioDyaso (2.3k points)

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What is the difference between benzene and toluene in terms of aromaticity and reactivity with electrophiles?

asked Jan 31 in Organic Chemistry by RichieRedric (1.9k points)

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Identify the functional group present in Benzaldehyde and explain the chemical reaction it undergoes with Tollen's reagent.

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