Chemistry-Nucleophilic Addition
NEET Chemistry Nucleophilic Addition MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12
What type of reaction do aldehydes and ketones undergo due to the presence of the carbonyl functional group?
A
Nucleophilic addition reactions
B
Electrophilic addition reactions
C
Radical addition reactions
D
Substitution reactions
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Aldehydes and ketones undergo nucleophilic addition reactions due to the polar carbonyl group, as stated in the NCERT context. This distinguishes them from the electrophilic addition reactions observed in alkenes.
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