Chapter U2.7, Problem 1TAI

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Process of changing a molecule into a different molecule by using chemistry is to be explained.

Concept introduction:

There is need of changing a chemical molecule into another molecule that is not found in nature but has good properties. Sometimes one synthesizes molecules that have immense value. Plastic molecules are created from small molecules that are joined together through chemical reactions.

Answer to Problem 1TAI

Through chemical reactions a putrid smelling molecule can be converted into a sweet smelling molecule by changing the carboxyl group into an ester group. During chemical reactions some bonds are broken and some new bonds are made. The end result is a new molecule. By changing the functional group new molecules with desirable properties can be created. Chemists work in laboratory to produce a specific compound by the process of synthesis. Chemists control these chemical reactions.

Explanation of Solution

New compounds can be synthesized from old compounds through chemical reactions. During a chemical reaction some bonds are broken and new bonds are created between atoms such that a new molecule with new set of properties is made. If the functional group changes the new molecule has different smell.

Chemists work in laboratory to produce a specific compound by the process of synthesis. Synthesis is a process in which two or more simple compounds combine together to form a new compound. Many types of plastics, fabrics, cosmetics, medicines, vitamins etc are created by chemists through synthesis.

Chemists study the structure of many lifesaving compounds found in plants and animals of rainforests and synthesize them in laboratories to treat patients. Many medicines are synthesized in laboratories.

Plastic molecules are created from small molecules that are joined together through chemical reactions.

Conclusion

Many new compounds are created by chemists that have immense value. Plastics, deodorants, vitamins, medicines etc are all made in chemistry laboratories.