Module 8 | Applying chemical ideas
Content 3: Chemical synthesis and design
Lesson 1 | Factors to consider when designing a chemical synthesis process
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evaluate the factors that need to be considered when designing a chemical synthesis process, including but not limited to:
– availability of reagents
– reaction conditions (ACSCH133)
– yield and purity (ACSCH134)
– industrial uses (eg pharmaceutical, cosmetics, cleaning products, fuels) (ACSCH131)
– environmental, social and economic issues
