Question 1. A trihydric alcohol, A, reacts with three molecules of 18 carbon alkanoic acid, B to give a sweet smelling compound C in an aqueous solution. Compound C reacts with alkaline hydroxide D to form a compound E with the regeneration of compound A,
I. Identify compounds A B C D and E
II. Write all the equations involving the reactions A to E.
III. What is the name of the reaction between A and B. Define it.
Iv. Give two advantages of detergents over compound E.
Question 2. an organic compound G contains C, H, and N only was found to contain C=61.03% N =23.71%. It's vapor density was 29.5. On treatment with carbylamines test, a foul smell was perceived.
I. Identify the organic compound G and give the structure and name of the compound
II. Draw the structure and name two isomers associated with it