Chapter 20.SE, Problem 60AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The synthesis of p-aminobenzoic acid starting from toluene is to be given.

Concept introduction:

The synthesis of p-aminobenzoic acid from toluene involves the following steps. i) Nitration of toluene ii) Oxidation of nitrotoluene iii) Reduction of the nitro group.

To give:

The synthesis of p-aminobenzoic acid starting from toluene.