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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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What is the product of the reaction of butyroyl chloride with excess ethylamine?
Options
A N-Ethylbutanamide
Correct Answer
B Butyl ethylamine
C Ethyl butanoate
D Butyric acid
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

CH3CH2CH2COCl + 2 CH3CH2NH2 → CH3CH2CH2CONHCH2CH3 + CH3CH2NH3+Cl-. The product is N-ethylbutanamide (secondary amide).

Hint

One ethyl group attached to N.

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Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 345 of 1999
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