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The functional groups in aspirin are alkane, alkene, carboxylic acid and benzene. The synthesis of aspirin consists of 4 main reactions, with phenol as the…
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Aspirin, also known as acetylsalicylic acid, is a derivative of salicylic acid. It is often used to treat pain, reduce fever and inflammation. There are…