engineering chemistry MCQ #327

Which of the following is a characteristic reaction of aldehydes?

engineering chemistry MCQ #327

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which of the following is a characteristic reaction of aldehydes?

    • A) Electrophilic addition
    • B) Nucleophilic addition
    • C) Electrophilic substitution
    • D) Nucleophilic substitution

    Answer: Nucleophilic addition

    Explanation: Aldehydes undergo nucleophilic addition due to the partial positive charge on the carbonyl carbon, making it susceptible to nucleophilic attack.