Question

1. What is meant by 'reagent' ?
2. Identify the 'reagent', 'substrate ' 'producť and byproduct in the following
reaction.
CH3COCl + NH3-- CH3 CONH2 + HCI​

Answer 1

Answer:

1. A reagent /riˈeɪdʒənt/ is a substance or compound added to a system to cause a chemical reaction, or added to test if a reaction occurs. The terms reactant and reagent are often used interchangeably—however, a reactant is more specifically a substance consumed in the course of a chemical reaction.