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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Module 1: Introduction to Aromatic Compounds

    Aromaticity:
        Definition and criteria for aromaticity (Hückel's rule)
        Stability of aromatic compounds
        Examples of aromatic compounds (benzene, naphthalene, anthracene)
    Nomenclature of Aromatic Compounds:
        IUPAC nomenclature
        Common names
        Naming substituted benzenes and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons

Module 2: Reactions of Aromatic Compounds

    Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution (EAS):
        Mechanism of EAS reactions
        Common electrophilic reagents (halogenation, nitration, sulfonation, Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation)
        Directing effects of substituents (ortho-para directors and meta directors)
    Nucleophilic Aromatic Substitution (NAS):
        Mechanism of NAS reactions (addition-elimination and elimination-addition)
        Reactivity of aryl halides
        The benzyne mechanism

Module 3: Phenols

    Structure and Properties of Phenols:
        Acidity of phenols
        Effect of substituents on acidity
        Hydrogen bonding in phenols
    Reactions of Phenols:
        Electrophilic aromatic substitution (EAS) reactions of phenols
        Reactions with bases (formation of phenoxides)
        Oxidation of phenols
        Esterification of phenols

Module 4: Applications of Phenols and Aromatic Compounds

    Industrial applications:
        Dyes and pigments
        Pharmaceuticals
        Polymers
        Pesticides
    Biological importance:
        Aromatic amino acids
        Nucleic acids
        Vitamins

Content Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Aromatic Compounds

    Aromaticity:
        Delocalization of pi electrons
        Hückel's rule (4n+2 pi electrons)
        Stability of aromatic compounds compared to non-aromatic and anti-aromatic compounds
        Examples of aromatic compounds (benzene, naphthalene, anthracene)
    Nomenclature of Aromatic Compounds:
        IUPAC nomenclature for benzene derivatives
        Common names (toluene, phenol, aniline)
        Naming disubstituted and polysubstituted benzenes
        Naming fused ring systems (naphthalene, anthracene)

Module 2: Reactions of Aromatic Compounds

    Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution (EAS):
        Mechanism of EAS reactions (formation of sigma complex, regeneration of aromaticity)
        Halogenation (chlorination, bromination)
        Nitration
        Sulfonation
        Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation
        Directing effects of substituents (ortho-para directors and meta directors)
    Nucleophilic Aromatic Substitution (NAS):
        Mechanism of NAS reactions (addition-elimination and elimination-addition)
        Reactivity of aryl halides (halogen leaving group ability)
        The benzyne mechanism

Module 3: Phenols

    Structure and Properties of Phenols:
        Acidity of phenols compared to alcohols
        Effect of substituents on acidity (electron-donating and electron-withdrawing groups)
        Hydrogen bonding in phenols
    Reactions of Phenols:
        Electrophilic aromatic substitution (EAS) reactions (ortho-para directing)
        Reactions with bases (formation of phenoxides)
        Oxidation of phenols (formation of quinones)
        Esterification of phenols (formation of phenyl esters)

Module 4: Applications of Phenols and Aromatic Compounds

    Industrial applications:
        Dyes and pigments (aniline dyes)
        Pharmaceuticals (aspirin, paracetamol)
        Polymers (phenol-formaldehyde resins)
        Pesticides (DDT)
    Biological importance:
        Aromatic amino acids (phenylalanine, tyrosine, tryptophan)
        Nucleic acids (aromatic bases in DNA and RNA)
        Vitamins (vitamin K)

Teaching Strategies:

    Lectures: Introduce new concepts, provide explanations, and discuss examples.
    Problem-solving sessions: Practice problems to reinforce understanding and develop problem-solving skills.
    Laboratory experiments: Conduct experiments to illustrate key concepts and reactions.
    Group discussions: Encourage student participation and critical thinking.
    Visual aids: Use diagrams, models, and presentations to enhance understanding.

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