what is the role of each, FeSO4, nitrobenzene & boric acid in the last step of Skraup quinoline synthesis?

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what is the role of each, FeSO4, nitrobenzene & boric acid in the last step of Skraup quinoline synthesis?

2006-11-23 23:18:27 · 1 answers · asked by Mayur D 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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The Iron (II) sulfate seems to be an Oxygen carrier. It tends to prolong the reaction time.

The nitrobenzene is used as an oxidizing reagent.

The Boric acid is a reaction moderator. It tends to keep the reaction slow and under control.

2006-11-23 23:47:10 · answer #1 · answered by Richard 7 · 70⤊ 0⤋