Organic Reaction Mechanisms in the Sixth Form Part 2.

Simpson, Peter

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Publication Date: 1989

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Organic Reaction Mechanisms in the Sixth Form Part 2.

Simpson, Peter

School Science Review, v70 n252 p31-38 Mar 1989

Presents the mechanistic ideas underlying reactions between nucleophiles and carbonyl compounds as well as some popular misconceptions. Relates reactions of carboxylic acid derivatives to those of aldehydes and ketones. Discusses leaving group ability and the ability of carbonyl oxygen to accept a negative charge. (Author/MVL)

Descriptors: Chemical Bonding, Chemical Nomenclature, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, College Science, Concept Formation, Misconceptions, Molecular Structure, Organic Chemistry, Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts, Structural Analysis (Science), Teaching Methods, Visual Aids

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