Organic Chemistry III

Professor Carl C. Wamser

Chapter 19 Quiz

1. (2 points) Write an equilibrium reaction using the following four compounds (and only those four) such that the equilibrium is favorable in the forward direction (to the right).


2. (4 points) Complete each of the following reactions by adding the missing part(s): the necessary reagents and conditions and the initial product.

a)

b)


3. (4 points) Write a complete mechanism for the formation of ethyl acetate from acetic acid and excess ethanol, using a small amount of HCl as catalyst. Show all steps and all resonance forms for any intermediates involved.