engineering chemistry MCQ #584

The compound that will undergo aldol condensation is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #584

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that will undergo aldol condensation is?

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

    Answer: Acetaldehyde

    Explanation: Aldol condensation occurs in aldehydes with an α-hydrogen; acetaldehyde has an α-hydrogen.