Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781936221349
Author: Marc Loudon, Jim Parise
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 14, Problem 14.15P
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The conjugate acid of ethanimine and ethane nitrile is to be drawn. Also, among these two compounds, the more basic compound is to be stated.

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A compound which has a tendency to donate its electrons is known as a base. A compound which has a tendency to accept electrons is known as an acid. A conjugate base is a substance which is formed after an acid loses a hydrogen atom. A conjugate acid is a substance which is formed when a base accepts a hydrogen atom.

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