Draw the Two Major Resonance Structures of the Acylium Ion

question 45

Essay

Draw the two major resonance structures of the acylium ion which results when butanoyl chloride is treated with AlCl₃.

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A chemical messenger that plays a critical role in controlling body movement, focus, memory, motivation, and the reward system.

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits or reduces activity of neurons.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of mood, appetite, and sleep, and has some cognitive functions, including memory and learning.

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