MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #471

The compound that undergoes aldol condensation is?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #471

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that undergoes aldol condensation is?

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

    Answer: Acetaldehyde

    Explanation: Acetaldehyde has alpha hydrogens and undergoes aldol condensation; benzaldehyde and trichloroacetaldehyde lack alpha hydrogens.