Developing Investigation Skills in an Introductory Multistep Synthesis Using Fluorene Oxidation and Reduction.

Stocksdale, Mark G; Pointer, Roy D; Benson, Barret W.; Fletcher, Steven E. S.; Henry, Ian; Ogren, Paul J.; Berg, Michael A. G.

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ERIC Number: EJ717135

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2004-Mar-1

Pages: 3

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Developing Investigation Skills in an Introductory Multistep Synthesis Using Fluorene Oxidation and Reduction

Stocksdale, Mark G; Pointer, Roy D; Benson, Barret W.; Fletcher, Steven E. S.; Henry, Ian; Ogren, Paul J.; Berg, Michael A. G.

Journal of Chemical Education, v81 n3 p388-390 Mar 2004

A two-step oxidation-reduction sequence that incorporates several important aspects of synthesis into introductory organic chemistry laboratories is described. This experiment is an excellent vehicle for introducing elements of discovery and intermediate yield improvement strategies.

Descriptors: Organic Chemistry, Science Experiments, Laboratory Procedures, Science Instruction

Journal of Chemical Education, Subscription Department, P.O. Box 1267, Bellmawr, NJ 08099-1267. Web site: http://jchemed.chem.wisc.edu/AboutJCE/contact.html.

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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