Question
Chemistry Question on introduction to organic chemistry
Which will undergo deprotonation most readily in basic medium?
A
Both a and c
B
a only
C
b only
D
c only
Answer
a only
Explanation
Solution
Correct answer is (B) a only
As there are two carbonyl carbon, the methyl protons are acidic. Once the protons are released the resonance form can be stable.
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