Chemistry-Nucleophilic Addition

NEET Chemistry Nucleophilic Addition MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12

What type of intermediate is formed during the nucleophilic addition reactions of aldehydes and ketones?

A

Tetrahedral alkoxide intermediate

B

Linear alkene intermediate

C

Cyclic ether intermediate

D

Acid derivative intermediate

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

During nucleophilic addition reactions, the hybridization of carbon changes from sp² to sp³, resulting in the formation of a tetrahedral alkoxide intermediate, as stated in the NCERT context.

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