MCAT Organic Chemistry Review 2018-2019

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Like the Strecker synthesis, the Gabriel synthesis starts with a planar molecule; thus, the product is a
racemic mixture of L- and D-amino acids.


KEY CONCEPT


Both    the Strecker    and Gabriel synthesis   methods result  in  a   racemic mixture of  amino   acids.

MCAT    Concept Check   10.2:
Before you move on, assess your understanding of the material with these questions.

What    are the four    reactants   in  the Strecker    synthesis   of  an  amino   acid?

What    are the reaction    types   used    in  the Strecker    synthesis?
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