Glycerol (propane-1,2,3-triol) is a viscous syrup with molecular weight 92 g/mol, boiling point 290 C, and density

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Glycerol (propane-1,2,3-triol) is a viscous syrup with molecular weight 92 g/mol, boiling point 290 °C, and density 1.24 g/mL. Transforming the three hydroxyl groups into their trimethylsilyl ethers (using chlorotrimethylsilane and a tertiary amine) produces a liquid that flows easily, has molecular weight 309 g/mol, boiling point approximately 180 °C, and density 0.88 g/mL. Draw the structures of these two compounds and explain why glycerol has a lower molecular weight but a much higher boiling point and density.

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0321768414

8th edition

Authors: L. G. Wade Jr.

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