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Question

Identify the reaction which is used to Jlbtain $\beta$ -hydroxy ketone.

A

Condensation reaction

B

Aldol condensation

C

Cross aldol condensation

D

Cannizzaro reaction

Answer

Aldol condensation

Explanation

Solution

Aldehydes and ketones containing a-hydrogen atom undergo self condensation in the presence of a dilute alkali to form $\beta$ -hydroxy aldehyde or $\beta$ -hydroxy ketone. This reaction is called aldol condensation.