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Select suitable reagents and conditions for each step.

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Organic synthesis (A-level only)

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Synthetic routes (A-level only)

Aqa A Level ChemistryOrganic chemistry

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Select suitable reagents and conditions for each step

  • This point belongs to Organic synthesis (A-level only), especially Synthetic routes (A-level only).
  • You need to be able to select suitable reagents and conditions for each step.
  • The key ideas to know are condition and reagent.
  • Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.

Key concepts

conditionreagent

Why it matters

This objective helps connect Synthetic routes (A-level only) to exam-style questions, flashcards, and revision notes for Organic synthesis (A-level only).

Quick student answer

Which of the following reagents would be most suitable for the reduction of a ketone to a secondary alcohol?

Direct answer

NaBH4 is commonly used for the reduction of ketones to secondary alcohols.

Key terms

  • Reagent: A substance used in a chemical reaction to detect, measure, or produce other substances.
  • Synthetic route: A series of chemical reactions that lead to the formation of a desired product from starting materials.

Common trap

Incorrect reagent selection: Always verify the compatibility of the reagent with the functional group in the substrate.

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