Question

What are the uses of amide?

Answer 1

Amides:

1. Amide is a molecule that contains a nitrogen atom which is connected to the carbon atom of a carbonyl group.
2. It is formed by the reaction of a carboxylic acid with amine by the elimination of water molecules.

Uses of amides:

1. Generally used in the pharmaceutical industry.
2. Pain killer- Morphine and Demerol.
3. Anaesthetic- Novocain.
4. Nasal spray- Ephedra.
5. Drinking water- Tetramethylammonium chloride.
6. Carboxylic acid- Intermediates, stabilizers, release agents of fibres, films, surfactants, and soldering fluxes.
7. Strong solvents- Dimethylformamide, Dimethylacetamide.