In general, nitrogen atoms are more basic than oxygen atoms. However, when an amide is treated with

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In general, nitrogen atoms are more basic than oxygen atoms. However, when an amide is treated with a strong acid, such as sulfuric acid, it is the oxygen atom of the amide that is protonated, rather than the nitrogen atom. Explain this observation.

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0470917800

1st edition

Authors: David R. Klein

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