Chapter 23, Problem 23.50AP

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The structure of cocaine which is expected to present in $1M$ aqueous $\text{HCl}$ solution is to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

Amines are the organic compounds that are formed by replacement of hydrogen from ammonia. Alkaloids are a natural organic compound that contains nitrogen in them. Alkaloids are originated from plants. Alkaloid can act as a beneficial drug or can act as a poison. Cocaine is a tropane alkaloid.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The products formed when cocaine is treated with an excess of aqueous $\text{NaOH}$ and heat are to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

Alkaloids are a natural organic compound that contains nitrogen in them. Alkaloids are originated from plants. Alkaloid can act as a beneficial drug or can act as a poison. Cocaine is a tropane alkaloid. A hydrolysis reaction of ester carried out in a basic solution is known as saponification reaction.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The products formed when cocaine is treated with an excess of concentrated aqueous $\text{HCl}$ and heat is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Amines are the organic compounds that are formed by replacement of hydrogen from ammonia. Alkaloids are a natural organic compound that contains nitrogen in them. Alkaloids are originated from plants. Alkaloid can act as a beneficial drug or can act as a poison. Cocaine is a tropane alkaloid.