18.64 The following two compounds each exhibit two heteroatoms (one nitrogen atom and one oxygen atom). :0 Compound A -N Compound B O In compound A, the lone pair on the nitrogen atom is more likely to function as a base. However, in compound B, the lone pair on the oxygen atom is more likely to function as a base. Explain this difference.

18.64 The following two compounds each exhibit two heteroatoms (one nitrogen atom and one oxygen atom). :0 Compound A -N Compound B O In compound A, the lone pair on the nitrogen atom is more likely to function as a base. However, in compound B, the lone pair on the oxygen atom is more likely to function as a base. Explain this difference.

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Chapter24: Amines And Heterocycles

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