Thiols

Question 1

what is a thiol?

Answer 1

generally in the form
R–SH

an alcohol with a sulfur instead of a oxygen

Question 2

What is a tioether?

Answer 2

R–S–R’

Question 3

expalin the differences between -OH and -SH

Answer 3

the S is more Nucleophilic and less basic than O.

Question 4

explain the oxidation of a thiol

Answer 4

2 equivs of a thiol react with I2 or H2O2 to create a disulfide bond

2 R–SH = R–S–S–R

Question 5

is the reverse reaction of a thiol oxidation possible?

Answer 5

Yes, reverse a disulfide bond with any reducing agent