Introduction to Organic Synthesis

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Introduction to Organic Synthesis

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9 sessions

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Each week, we will do one topic on organic synthesis, from the basic functional groups recognization to more advanced name reactions.

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Chem K 🇸🇬

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Hi! I'm joining Schoolhouse to share my enthusiasm for learning, collaborate with fellow students, and support others in their academic journeys. Whether it's diving into reaction mechanisms or discussing biochemical pathways, I'm always eager to engage in insightful discussions. Let's learn and grow together! Heute lernen, morgen führen! ( Remember, CHEM is NOT MY REAL NAME ! )

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SESSION 6

20

Sep

SESSION 6

Chemical reactions

Sat 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTCSep 20, 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTC

Diving Deeper into Organic 3: Carbonyl Beyond Addition
- Aldol reaction and condensation 
- Claisen condensation

SESSION 7

27

Sep

SESSION 7

Chemical reactions

Sat 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTCSep 27, 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTC

Diving Deeper into Organic 4: Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives
- Reactions of esters, amides, acid chlorides, anhydrides
- Hydrolysis and esterification
- Acyl substitution mechanisms

SESSION 8

4

Oct

SESSION 8

Chemical reactions

Sat 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTCOct 4, 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTC

Diving Deeper into Organic 5: Aromatic Compounds
- Electrophilic aromatic substitution (nitration, sulfonation, halogenation, Friedel–Crafts alkylation/acylation)
- Effects of substituents (EDGs/EWGs, ortho/para/meta directors)
- Multi-step synthesis involving aromatic substitution

SESSION 9

11

Oct

SESSION 9

Chemical reactions

Sat 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTCOct 11, 1:45 PM - 2:55 PM UTC

Diving Deeper into Organic 6: Nitrogen Compounds (Amines)
- Amines: structure, preparation, and basicity
- Preparation methods ...
- Reactions: Alkylation, acylation, diazotization

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Aug 14 - Oct 11

9 weeks

70 mins

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Next session on September 20, 2025

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