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Ch. 18 - Reactions of Benzene and Substituted Benzenes
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Capitolo 18, Problema 70a

What are the products of the following reactions?
a. Chemical structure showing a chlorobenzene derivative with oxidation steps labeled: 1. AlCl3, 2. H2O.

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Analyze the given reactant structure: The molecule contains a benzene ring attached to a side chain with a tertiary carbon and two methyl groups.
Identify the reagent: H₂CrO₄ (chromic acid) is a strong oxidizing agent, typically used to oxidize primary and secondary alcohols, as well as benzylic carbons.
Determine the reaction site: The benzylic position (the carbon directly attached to the benzene ring) is susceptible to oxidation by chromic acid, especially if it has hydrogen atoms attached.
Predict the product: Chromic acid will oxidize the benzylic carbon to a carboxylic acid group, replacing the entire side chain beyond the benzylic carbon with a -COOH group.
Conclude the reaction: The final product will be benzoic acid, as the benzylic carbon is oxidized to a carboxylic acid group, and the rest of the side chain is removed.

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