Asked by Vania Walangare on Jun 03, 2024
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Arrange the following compounds in order of increasing acidity:
acetone, ethyl acetoacetate, ethyl acetate, and ethanol.
Increasing Acidity
Refers to a trend where acidity increases, typically as a result of changes in structure, electronegativity, or the atom's environment in a molecule.
Acetone
A volatile, colorless liquid used as a solvent and an antiseptic; it is the simplest and smallest ketone.
Ethyl Acetoacetate
An organic compound used as a reagent in the synthesis of various compounds, characterized by the presence of both ester and keto functional groups.
- Analyze the acid nature of organic substances and its importance in the context of condensation reactions.
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Learning Objectives
- Analyze the acid nature of organic substances and its importance in the context of condensation reactions.