Synthesis of Alkali Metal Carboxylates and Carboxylic Acids Using “Wet” and “Anhydrous” Alkali Metal Hydroxides

A comparison of reagents for the transfer of hydroxyl ions is presented. Among the hydroxides examined, anhydrous potassium hydroxide is found to be the most reactive.

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Published in:Chemical reviews 2010-08, Vol.110 (8), p.4772-4819
Main Authors: Krief, Alain, Kremer, Adrian
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Alkali metals
Carboxylates
Carboxylic acids
Chemical reactions
Chemistry
Comparative studies
Hydroxides
Hydroxyl ions
Ions
Potash
Potassium hydroxides
Synthesis
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Summary:A comparison of reagents for the transfer of hydroxyl ions is presented. Among the hydroxides examined, anhydrous potassium hydroxide is found to be the most reactive.
ISSN:0009-2665
1520-6890
DOI:10.1021/cr9003506