Amides Preparation and Reactions Summary Chemistry Steps Reactions of Amides a) Hydrolysis Amides can break back into the acid and amine when heated with: Strong acid Strong base Example: Amide + HO Carboxylic acid + Amine b) Reduction Acid Derivatives Important Reactions Carboxylic Acids And Derivatives MCAT Content Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives Structure of Amides (A Level Chemistry) Study Mind