A solution containing equal concentrations of a weak acid and its conjugate base has a pH of 5.45. What is the dissociation constant for the acid?
with the aid of a tautomerism reaction, predict how penta-2-ol can be formed from penta-2-yne
A manufacturer of paint claims that a gallon (3.78 L) of latex paint can cover 365 ft2 of the surface of a wall in a single coating. The paint manufacturer also claims that one single coating of an entire wall will be 3.40 mm thick.
Is this a case of false advertising? Yes or No? Elaborate your answer by providing a calculation (handwritten, upload a pdf).
You may use the following conversions: 12 in = 1 ft, 2.54 cm = 1 in
(a) 1-bromonaphthalene undergoes nucleophilic substitution reaction to give two isomeric products
i) Write a posible mechanism to explain the formation of the two products, given that the reaction involves the intermediacy of a benyne-type species. ii) In terms of orbital overlaps, briefly but clearly discuss how the ∏-bonds in this benzyne-type intermediate are formed. Explin whether or not this benzyne-type intermediate is aromatic. (b) Starting from nitrobenzene and any other benzene derivative of your choice, show by a reaction scheme how the following azo compound could be synthesised. No mechanism is required but you must show all reagents and intermediate products that are formed.