(a) Build a model of mesitoic acid (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoic acid). What is the most
Chapter 21, Problem 21.62(choose chapter or problem)
(a) Build a model of mesitoic acid (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoic acid). What is the most likely conformation of the molecule at the bond between the carbonyl group and the ring? Explain. (b) Explain why the acid-catalyzed hydrolysis of the methyl ester of mesitoic acid does not occur at a measurable rate. (c) Which one of the following methods should be used to make the methyl ester of mesitoic acid: acid-catalyzed esterification in methanol or esterification with diazomethane? Explain your choice.
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