engineering chemistry MCQ #553

Which compound is most reactive towards nucleophilic addition?

engineering chemistry MCQ #553

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which compound is most reactive towards nucleophilic addition?

    • A) CH₃CHO
    • B) CH₃COCH₃
    • C) C₆H₅CHO
    • D) C₆H₅COCH₃

    Answer: CH₃CHO

    Explanation: Aldehydes are more reactive than ketones due to less steric hindrance and more electrophilic carbonyl carbon.