AIIMS2002Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIIMS 2002 Chemistry Aldol Condensation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The intermediate formed in aldol condensation is

A

aldol

B

carbanion

C

alcohol

D

α-hydrogen ester

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Aldol condensation: when a carbonyl compound containing α-hydrogen is treated with a base, first of all carbonion is formed.

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