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WJEC A Level Chemistry 4.8 Organic Synthesis and Analysis Exam Questions
Free WJEC A Level Chemistry exam questions on 4.8 Organic Synthesis and Analysis, with mark schemes. Covers multi-step synthesis, functional group conversions, purification and analysis.
4.8 Organic Synthesis and Analysis exam questions
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About WJEC A Level Chemistry 4.8 Organic Synthesis and Analysis
This topic brings organic chemistry together. Expect multi-step route questions.
What you need to know
- Synthesis Planning routes between functional groups with reagents and conditions.
- Techniques Reflux, distillation, recrystallisation and melting point determination.
- Analysis Combining mass spectrometry, IR and NMR to identify products.
- Yield Calculating overall yield over several steps.
Common mistakes in 4.8 Organic Synthesis and Analysis
- Missing conditions in synthesis routes.
- Using the wrong technique to purify a solid.
- Not justifying structures from all spectra.
Try three 4.8 Organic Synthesis and Analysis exam-style questions
1. Suggest a two-step route from ethene to ethanoic acid. (2 marks)
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Hydration with steam and phosphoric acid to ethanol (1); oxidation with acidified dichromate under reflux to ethanoic acid (1).
2. Explain how recrystallisation purifies a solid. (2 marks)
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Dissolve in minimum hot solvent (1); cool so the product crystallises while impurities stay dissolved (1).
3. State how melting point shows purity. (1 mark)
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A pure solid melts sharply at its known melting point.
4.8 Organic Synthesis and Analysis FAQs
What does Organic Synthesis and Analysis cover?
Synthesis routes, practical techniques and spectroscopic analysis.
Which practicals link here?
Preparing and purifying an organic solid and determining its melting point.
How do I learn routes?
Draw a reaction map linking functional groups with reagents.
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