Question
Chemistry Question on Condensation and Evaporation
Which of the following compounds will undergo Aldol condensation reaction?
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
(A), (C) and (D) only
B
(B) and (C) only
C
(B), (C) and (D) only
D
(A), (B), (C) and (D)
Answer
(A), (C) and (D) only
Explanation
Solution
Aldol condensation requires compounds with at least one alpha-hydrogen atom. Compounds (A), (C), and (D) have alpha-hydrogens, allowing them to undergo Aldol condensation. Compound (B), however, lacks an alpha-hydrogen, so it does not participate in this reaction.