engineering chemistry MCQ #465

The compound that is most stable towards nucleophilic addition is

engineering chemistry MCQ #465

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that is most stable towards nucleophilic addition is

    • A) Benzaldehyde
    • B) Acetaldehyde
    • C) Formaldehyde
    • D) Acetone

    Answer: Acetone

    Explanation: Ketones are generally more stable than aldehydes towards nucleophilic addition due to steric and electronic factors, with acetone being a typical example.