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Design a retrosynthesis pathway for the synthesis of ibuprofen from starting materials that have no more than 6 carbons.

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Design a retrosynthesis for the synthesis of the following compound: 2-ethyl-3-methylcyclopent-2-enone using the Grignard reaction as the key step. Show all the necessary reagents and reaction conditions.

asked Feb 4 in Organic Chemistry by Ellie24R7717 (290 points)

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Design a retrosynthesis for the synthesis of 2-phenylpropionic acid from benzene, ethylene, and CO₂.

asked Feb 4 in Organic Chemistry by IAEAndre2344 (530 points)

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Design a process for the purification of crude caffeine extracted from coffee beans, using available techniques and equipment at your disposal, while ensuring high purity and minimum loss of product.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by ShaniGrondin (230 points)

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Design a process for the purification of crude acetone obtained from the industrial production of phenol to obtain at least 99% pure acetone. Take into account the initial impurities in the crude acetone and suggest suitable separation techniques to remove them. Specify the equipment and operating conditions required for your proposed purification process.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by JasperHatter (410 points)

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Design a process for the purification of a sample of crude oil. Describe the steps and the equipment needed for the process. Also, provide a brief explanation of the principles behind each step.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by Bonita039700 (610 points)

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Design a process for the purification of 500 grams of crude aspirin containing impurities such as acetic acid and sulfuric acid. The final product must have a purity of at least 99.5%. Describe the steps involved in the purification process, including the necessary equipment, reagents, and conditions for each step. Also, calculate the percent yield of the final product based on the initial mass of crude aspirin.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by JesusJack053 (330 points)

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Design a process for the production of urea-based fertilizer starting from ammonia and carbon dioxide gas feedstocks. Determine the optimal operating conditions, including temperature, pressure, and reactor design specifications, to achieve maximum conversion and yield of the desired product. Also, identify and address any potential environmental impacts that may result from the production process.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by PaulineHarke (230 points)

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Design a process for the production of a biodegradable detergent that is effective in removing stains from clothes and is environmentally friendly, using renewable resources for its production. The process should take into account the cost-effectiveness, safety, and quality of the final product.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by RoyceDeMaist (430 points)

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Design a process for the optimized production of acrylic adhesives, taking into consideration the factors affecting adhesion strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by ConcepcionBo (710 points)

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Design a process for the large-scale production of hydrogen peroxide with high purity and yield, taking into consideration the environmental and economic factors.

asked Feb 4 in Chemical engineering by BrandiKossak (330 points)

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Design a procedure for the synthesis of a coordination compound that includes ethylenediamine and copper (II) chloride as reagents. Characterize the synthesized compound by determining its melting point, infrared spectra, and magnetic susceptibility. Discuss the possible structures of the formed compound based on the obtained results.

asked Feb 4 in Coordination Chemistry by ChanaMedwort (470 points)

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Design a potential drug molecule to treat type 2 diabetes. Include the molecular structure of the drug and explain how it will work in the body to regulate glucose levels. Also, discuss the potential side effects and any potential drug interactions with common medications used by diabetic patients.

asked Feb 4 in Medicinal Chemistry by PenniPraed79 (360 points)

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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 ACRBianca429 (310 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.

asked Feb 4 in Organic Chemistry by CarmaGreenha (410 points)

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Design a polymer-based smart material that changes color when exposed to a specific chemical or environmental stimulus. How would you choose the appropriate polymer and chemical to achieve this objective? What factors would you consider in optimizing the material's response time and sensitivity?

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by BrandenBreez (360 points)

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Design a polymer-based sensor that can measure the pH of a solution. Provide details on the properties of the polymer, the mechanism of sensing and the range of pH measurements that the sensor can detect.

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by LaceySimpkin (270 points)

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Design a polymer-based sensor that can detect the presence of heavy metals in water and suggest a mechanism for its working.

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by MadgeLemberg (250 points)

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Design a polymer-based sensor for detecting the presence of ethanol in aqueous solutions, and provide a detailed explanation of the principles behind its operation.

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by JXXSharyl82 (370 points)

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Design a novel polymer-based drug delivery system for targeted cancer therapy that ensures controlled and sustained drug release with minimal adverse effects on healthy cells. Consider the physicochemical properties of the drug and the polymer, as well as their interactions and biocompatibility. Provide a detailed explanation of the mechanism of drug release and the potential benefits of the proposed system.

asked Feb 4 in Polymer Chemistry by JarrodKnorr7 (430 points)

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