24. Answer ALL parts of this question. Benzoic acid can be converted to the two products (A and B) shown in Figure Q24a.
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24. Answer ALL parts of this question. Benzoic acid can be converted to the two products (A and B) shown in Figure Q24a.
question. Benzoic acid can be converted to the two products (A and B) shown in Figure Q24a. Draw the structures of A and B and name both compounds. (a) (b) (c) OH Benzoic acid C LIAIH, then HCI (aq.) CH₂CH₂OH, HCI OH Figure Q24a (4 marks) Describe, in words, the type of chemistry involved in converting benzoic acid to the two products (A and B) shown in Figure Q24a. Drawings of curly arrow mechanisms are not required. (4 marks) Explain why compound C is more acidic than compound D (see Figure Q24c). A Figure Q24c B D IoH OH (2 marks)
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