MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 122: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 122
2. What would be the product(s) of the reaction below?
- A.
- B.
- C.
- D.
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
This question asks for the products when ammonia reacts with acetic anhydride. Recall from the chapter that an amide and a carboxylic acid will be formed. However, the carboxylic acid—an acid—is in the same environment as ammonia—a base. The two will react, forming the ammonium carboxylate shown.