Bromination of trans-Cinnamic Acid (10 pts)
Compose the notebook page using the following notebook modules: Objectives, Safety Data, Compound Structures, Results, and Discussion and Conclusion
Objectives (1 pt) should identify the overall goal of the lab and briefly explain what methods are used and why they are used, in this experiment.
In Safety (1 pt), include hazards information for all compounds listed on Canvas in Safety Data Sheets section for this lab:
Bromine
DCM
Cinnamic Acid
1-Hexene
In Compound Structures (2 pts), draw the reaction equation for bromination of trans-cinnamic acid with Br2. Include the reaction intermediate or transition state that leads to the product obtained in your experiment. Refer to lecture slides describing three alternative mechanistic pathways and pick the one that you think operates in your reaction.
In Results part (1 pt), include all information you recorded in Data Sheet you received in the lab.
In Discussion (4 pts):
Show and explain percent yield calculations.
Discuss melting point measurements. What steps did you take to minimize potential sources of error in these measurements?
Describe how you determined the mechanism of this reaction. How did you rule out the alternative pathways?
In Conclusion (1 pt), summarize key points, methods, and include main data.
