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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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Which of the following is an example of a mixed anhydride?
Options
A (CH3CO)2O
B CH3CO-O-COC2H5
Correct Answer
C C6H5COCl
D CH3CONH2
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A mixed anhydride has two different acyl groups: acetic propanoic anhydride (CH3CO-O-COCH2CH3).

Hint

Two different R groups.

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Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 322 of 1999
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