Inorganic Chemistry

Wittig Reaction: Synthesis of trans-9-(2-phenylethenyl)anthracene and TLC Analysis The Wittig reaction efficiently synthesizes trans-9-(2-phenylethenyl)anthracene by reacting 9-anthraldehyde with a phosphonium ylide, and TLC analysis helps monitor the reaction progress, identify...

E2 Antiperiplanar Configuration Explained The E2 elimination reaction requires the leaving group and the beta hydrogen to be antiperiplanar—180° apart in the same plane—to achieve proper orbital overlap that stabilizes...

What Is an Orbital? An orbital is a mathematical description of a region around an atomic nucleus where there is a high probability of finding an electron, typically expressed by...

Comprehensive IR Table: Essential Guide for Infrared Spectroscopy A comprehensive IR table systematically lists the typical infrared absorption frequencies for various functional groups, enabling precise identification of molecular structures in...

How to Determine if a Newman Projection is Right Side Up or Upside-Down Y from a Bond Line Structure Newman projections do not have a fixed “right side up” or...

Ocher ACS: Understanding the ACS Organic Chemistry Exam The ACS Organic Chemistry exam is a challenging assessment that tests both synthesis and theory equally, requiring thorough mastery of organic chemistry...