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How would you expect the H-NMR spectrum of ethanol to differ from the H-NMR spectrum of ethane?

First, draw out both molecules as this will make the comparison much easier. Count the number of different hydrogen environments in each molecule to determine the number of H-NMR peaks. Count the number o...

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Ethane-1,2-diol can be dissolved in water to act as an anti-freeze in car radiators. Explain why ethane-1,2-diol is very soluble in water. (2)

Has O–H (bonds)OR has hydroxyl (groups) OR has hydroxy (groups)
Forms hydrogen bonds with water (molecules)

Answered by Precious Q. Chemistry tutor
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outline the mechanism for the nitration of methyl benzoate and show how sulfuric acid behaves as a catalyst

You will be given the equationThis reaction is an electrophilic substitution which is the most common reactions among benzene groups that you will come across at A levelThe question tells you that it is a...

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How have ideas about atomic structure changed through history?

The Greeks were the first to think of atoms, Democritus defined an atom as the smallest indivisible piece of matter using the idea that if you continue to cut a material in half, you must eventually reach...

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What is a dative covalent bond?

A dative covalent bond is a shared pair of electrons where the shared pair of electrons originate from the same atom.

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