Q. Identify the reaction which is used to obtain $\beta$-hydroxy ketone.
A) Condensation reaction
B) Aldol condensation
C) Cross aldol condensation
D) Cannizaro reaction
Explanation
(b)
Aldehydes and ketones containing $\alpha$-hydrogen atom undergo self condensation in the presence of dilute alkali to form $\beta -$hydroxy aldehyde or $\beta -$hydroxy ketone. This reaction is called aldol condensation.
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