How Might the Structure of Benzocaine Be Modified to Create

question 58

Multiple Choice

How might the structure of benzocaine be modified to create a compound having greater anesthetic properties?

• A)transform the ester group into an ether
• B)remove the nitrogen found bonded to the benzene ring
• C)extend the ester group away from the benzene ring and add an additional nitrogen atom
• D)add more carbon atoms to the nitrogen found bonded to the benzene ring

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