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Carboxylic Acids and Acid Chlorides
Carboxylic acids are organic compounds containing a carboxyl group (-COOH), which can be converted to acid chlorides by replacing the hydroxyl group with a chlorine atom. Acid chlorides are highly reactive intermediates in organic synthesis, often used for acylation reactions due to their ability to react with nucleophiles.
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Reagents for Conversion
The conversion of carboxylic acids to acid chlorides typically requires reagents such as thionyl chloride (SOCl2) or oxalyl chloride (COCl)2. These reagents facilitate the substitution of the hydroxyl group in the carboxylic acid with a chlorine atom, resulting in the formation of the corresponding acid chloride.
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Nucleophilic Acyl Substitution
Nucleophilic acyl substitution is a fundamental reaction in organic chemistry where a nucleophile attacks the carbonyl carbon of an acyl compound, leading to the replacement of a leaving group. This mechanism is crucial in the synthesis of various organic compounds, including the transformation of acid chlorides into esters or amides.
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