CHEMISTRY RESEARCH PAPER ON Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) “C6H8O6”

3 Pages, Double Space

Introduction – explain why your molecule is important

1. General Information
2. History
3. Special Interest

• a)IUPAC and common names
• b)Physical properties (melting point, boiling point, density, color, solubility, and organic functional groups, if applicable)
• c)Molecular and structural formulas
• d)Where it is found in nature (if applicable)

Who discovered or synthesized the compound or molecule? When? How?

• a)How does the structure of the molecule lead to its unique physical and chemical properties?
• b)What are the commercial applications?
• c)How is it disposed of? Is it an environmental hazard?

Conclusion – why is this molecule interesting to you, or a member of your group?

Note – Cite all references.

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