Organic synthesis
Organic Synthesis
Organic synthesis is a special branch of chemical synthesis that involves the construction of organic compounds via chemical reactions. Organic molecules often contain a higher level of complexity than purely inorganic compounds, so the synthesis of organic compounds has developed into one of the most important branches of organic chemistry.
Pronunciation
- /ɔːrˈɡænɪk ˈsɪnθɪsɪs/
Etymology
The term "organic synthesis" comes from the Greek words "organikos" meaning "of or pertaining to an organ" and "synthesis" meaning "putting together".
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Process
Organic synthesis is a method of preparation of organic compounds. It is a science based on a set of principles and concepts, where the strategy plays a more important role than the mere synthesis of a target molecule. The process of organic synthesis is not a single step but involves a sequence of chemical reactions.
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Techniques
There are several techniques used in the process of organic synthesis. Some of these include condensation reactions, addition reactions, elimination reactions, substitution reactions, pericyclic reactions, photochemical reactions, and redox reactions.
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- Condensation reactions
- Addition reactions
- Elimination reactions
- Substitution reactions
- Pericyclic reactions
- Photochemical reactions
- Redox reactions
Applications
Organic synthesis is used in many areas of society, including but not limited to, pharmaceuticals, polymers, dyes, and many other chemical substances.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Organic synthesis
- Wikipedia's article - Organic synthesis
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