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Organic synthesis (A-level only)

Define a multi-step synthesis.

A

A route where a target compound is made via several simultaneous reactions with catalysts formed along the way.

B

A route where an intermediate compound is made via two or more reactions with products removed along the way.

C

A route where a target compound is made via two or more reactions with intermediates formed along the way.

D

A route where a target compound is made via one reaction with catalysts used along the way.

Organic synthesis (A-level only) Flashcards

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  3. /Organic synthesis (A-level only)

Flashcards for AQA A Level Chemistry Organic synthesis (A-level only), covering the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3. 25 cards drawn from Organic synthesis (A-level only), matched to the AQA A Level Chemistry (7405) specification. Recall questions account for roughly 30% of marks at A Level Chemistry, so these target the marks you can secure before the paper starts.