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STANDARD Chemistry Aldol Condensation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
When propanal reacts with 2-methylpropanal in presence of NaOH, four different products are formed. The reaction is known as
A
aldol condensation
B
cross aldol condensation
C
cannizzaro reaction
D
HVZ condensation
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The reaction between two different aldehydes in the presence of a base like NaOH leading to the formation of four different products is called cross aldol condensation.
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