Which will give better neuclophilic addition reaction?

In summary, the initial compound is a phenyl substituted anhydride, which reacts with H3O+ to form a product. The first attack will likely occur at the carbonyl carbon near the methyl group due to the electron-donating effects of the phenyl ring. When a methyl group is added at the meta position of the phenyl ring, the same type of reaction is expected when reacted with water. However, it should be noted that this is an anhydride compound.
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vkash
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Initial Compound is like this
Ph---CO---O----CO----CH3.(Ph means phenyl)
It is reacted with H3O+. What will be product? I think first attack will be at carbonyl carbon near methyl. Because phenyl ring will donate electrons to carbonyl group near it and make it less attractive towards hydroxide.
Now change the compound.
Ph---CO---O----CO----CH2-----CH3.(Ph means phenyl)
add methyl at meta position in phenyl (with respect to carbonyl group attached to benzene ring).
What will happen when this will reacted with water. I think same kind of thing as it happen in last case. Non phenyl carbonyl group will be attacked.

Am i correct in both cases??
if not then please point out the mistake.
thanks!
 
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You do realize that this is an anhydride?
 

1. What is neuclophilic addition reaction?

Neuclophilic addition reaction is a type of chemical reaction in which a nucleophile, a species that donates an electron pair, attacks an electron-deficient species known as an electrophile. This results in the formation of a new bond between the nucleophile and the electrophile.

2. What factors affect the rate of neuclophilic addition reactions?

The rate of neuclophilic addition reactions can be influenced by several factors, including the electrophile's reactivity, the strength of the nucleophile, the polarity of the solvent, and the steric hindrance of the reactants.

3. How do I determine which reactant will give a better neuclophilic addition reaction?

The reactivity and strength of the electrophile and nucleophile are crucial in determining which reactant will give a better neuclophilic addition reaction. Generally, a more reactive electrophile and a stronger nucleophile will result in a faster and more efficient reaction.

4. What is the mechanism of neuclophilic addition reactions?

The mechanism of neuclophilic addition reactions involves the nucleophile attacking the electrophile, resulting in the formation of a bond between the two species. This process can occur in two ways: via a one-step mechanism, where the bond formation and breaking occur simultaneously, or a two-step mechanism, where the bond formation and breaking occur in separate steps.

5. Can neuclophilic addition reactions occur with all types of compounds?

Neuclophilic addition reactions can occur with a wide range of compounds, including alkenes, carbonyl compounds, and other electron-deficient species. However, the reactants must have the necessary functional groups and chemical properties for the reaction to take place.

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