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Organic synthesis (A-level only)
This A-level-only topic integrates organic reactions across the specification.
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AQAA LevelChemistryOrganic chemistry
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Synthetic routes (A-level only)4 objectives
- Plan synthetic routes between organic compounds in the specification.
- Select suitable reagents and conditions for each step.
- Explain functional-group interconversions.
- Evaluate alternative synthetic routes.
Key terms
synthetic routereagentsfunctional groupreagentreaction conditionsFunctional GroupInterconversionReagent
Exam tips
- Understand Functional Groups: Explain clearly by familiarize yourself with different functional groups and their reactions to effectively plan synthetic routes. Link the point to Synthetic routes (A-level only), then state the evidence, calculation, mechanism, observation, or conclusion required by the question.
- Evaluate Alternative Routes: Practice evaluating alternative synthetic routes for a given transformation, considering factors like yield and cost.
Common mistakes
- Incorrect reagent selection: Review the reactivity and compatibility of reagents with the functional groups present in the organic compounds involved.
- Ignoring reaction conditions: Ensure to include appropriate reaction conditions that optimize the yield and rate of the desired synthetic pathway.
Practice preview
- Which of the following is a correct step in planning a synthetic route for converting an alkene to an alcohol?
- When planning a synthetic route, which reagent is typically used to convert an alcohol to a carboxylic acid?
- Which of the following functional group interconversions can be achieved by using a Grignard reagent?
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