Nitrogen Compounds
Chemistry · JC 2 · Advanced Organic Chemistry II (Nitrogen Compounds and Synthesis) · 4.º Período

Nitrogen Compounds

Examine the basicity of amines, the formation of amides, and the acid-base properties of amino acids.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesSEAB 9729 Extension Topic: 11.6(a)SEAB 9729 Extension Topic: 11.6(c)

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Examine the basicity of amines, the formation of amides, and the acid-base properties of amino acids.

Key Questions

  1. How do substituent groups affect the basicity of primary amines?
  2. What is a zwitterion and how does it relate to amino acids?
  3. How are amides formed and hydrolysed?

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