Q21-15P
Question
What product would you expect from reaction of one equivalent of methanol with a cyclic anhydride, such as phthalic anhydride (1,2-benzenedicarboxylic anhydride)? What is the fate of the second “half” of the anhydride?
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The product of the reaction is aspirin:
The second anhydride can further react to give diacetate:
1Step 1: Product of the reaction
The product will be acetyl salicylic acid that is aspirin.
2Step 2: Fate of second half of anhydride
The second anhydride can further react to give diacetate.
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