Chapter 6, Problem 6.2YT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Add the curved arrow notation for the given reactions, and based on ${\text{K}}_{\text{eq}}$ value, determine which reaction forms more product.

Concept introduction:

The function of an acid is to donate a proton, and alcohol acts as a base, which abstracts this acidic proton.

A curved arrow represents the movement of the pair of valence electrons.

A curved arrow is used to indicate bond formation or bond breaking.

A larger the equilibrium constant ${\text{(K}}_{\text{eq}})$ favors more product formation.