Question
Chemistry Question on Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
Nucleophilic addition reaction will be most favoured in:
A
B
(CH3)2C=O
C
CH3CH2CHO
D
CH3CHO
Answer
CH3CHO
Explanation
Solution
CH₃CHO is the correct choice. This is because it exhibits a lower positive inductive effect on the carbonyl group, leading to a higher positive charge on the carbon atom. This increased positive charge facilitates nucleophilic addition reactions.
So, the correct option is (D): CH3CHO