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Chapter 26.15, Problem 23P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of the urea that is produced in the coupling reaction of a protected amino acid and a carboxylic acid with EDCI is to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Carbodiimides are used in peptide synthesis as a dehydrating agent.

Carbodiimides thereby, forms the peptide (amide) linkage between the two amino acids.

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