MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #516

A compound containing a ketone group is treated with a strong base under acidic conditions. What would be the expected product?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #516

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A compound containing a ketone group is treated with a strong base under acidic conditions. What would be the expected product?

    • A) A carboxylic acid
    • B) A carboxylate ion
    • C) An aldehyde
    • D) An alcohol

    Answer: A carboxylate ion

    Explanation: Treatment of a ketone with a strong base under acidic conditions leads to the formation of a carboxylate ion.