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"in the reaction between p-aminophenol and acetic anhydride to form acetaminophen, 4.5 ml of water were added. what was the purpose of the water?"

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In the reaction between p-aminophenol and acetic anhydride to form acetaminophen, 4.5 ml of water were added. This was done to recover the product out the container. Water was used as a means of carrying out the product out the container. However, it should be noted that we would want a small amount to be added in order to avoid the product dissolving onto it.
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