Q. Self condensation of acetaldehyde, in the presence of dilute alkalies gives
A) An acetal
B) An aldol
C) Mesitylene
D) Propionaldehyde
Explanation
(b)
The self condensation of acetaldehyde in presence of dilute alkalies is called aldol condensation and the product is known as aldol.
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