Skip to main content
Ch. 4 - Acids and Bases/Electron Flow
Mullins - Organic Chemistry: A Learner Centered Approach 1st Edition
Mullins1st EditionOrganic Chemistry: A Learner Centered ApproachISBN: 9780137566471Non è quello che usi tu?Cambia libro di testo
Capitolo 3, Problema 52a

Identify the most acidic proton in each pair. Tell which structural features you analyzed and why you weighted them as you did in picking one answer. [Always start by drawing the conjugate base.]
(a) Structural comparison of two acids highlighting the acidic proton in a hydroxyl group versus a fluorine atom.

Guida verificata passo dopo passo
1
Draw the conjugate base for each molecule in the pair by removing one proton (H⁺) from each possible acidic site. This will help you visualize the stability of the resulting conjugate bases.
Analyze the stability of the conjugate bases using resonance effects. Check if the negative charge on the conjugate base can be delocalized through resonance, as this increases stability.
Consider the inductive effects. Look for electronegative atoms or groups near the acidic proton that can stabilize the negative charge on the conjugate base through electron withdrawal.
Evaluate the hybridization of the atom bearing the negative charge in the conjugate base. A negative charge on an sp-hybridized atom is more stable than on an sp² or sp³ atom due to increased s-character.
Compare the conjugate bases and determine which one is more stable. The proton that leads to the more stable conjugate base is the most acidic proton in the pair.

Risposta video verificata per un problema simile:

Questa soluzione video è stata consigliata dai nostri tutor come utile per risolvere questo problema.
Durata del video:
5m

Concetti chiave

Ecco i concetti essenziali che devi comprendere per rispondere correttamente alla domanda.

Acidity and pKa

Acidity in organic chemistry refers to the tendency of a compound to donate a proton (H+). The strength of an acid is often measured by its pKa value; lower pKa values indicate stronger acids. Understanding the relationship between acidity and pKa is crucial for identifying the most acidic proton in a given structure.
Video consigliato:
07:45
Identifying pKa values

Conjugate Base Stability

The stability of the conjugate base formed after deprotonation is a key factor in determining acidity. A more stable conjugate base corresponds to a stronger acid. Factors influencing stability include resonance, electronegativity of atoms, and inductive effects, which can help predict which proton is more acidic.
Video consigliato:
04:31
Stability of Conjugated Intermediates

Structural Features Influencing Acidity

Various structural features can affect the acidity of protons in organic molecules. For instance, the presence of electronegative atoms nearby can stabilize the negative charge on the conjugate base through inductive effects. Additionally, resonance can delocalize the negative charge, further stabilizing the conjugate base and making the corresponding proton more acidic.
Video consigliato:
Percorso guidato
1:05
Citric Acid Cycle Structures Concept 1