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Q. Schiff's base is formed by the reaction of aldehyde with

AMUAMU 2015Aldehydes Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Solution:

General formula of Schiff s base is $RR'C = NR"$.
Where $R, R'$ represent hydrogen, an alkyl or an aryl and $R''$ is an alkyl or aryl. It is synthesised from an aliphatic or aromatic amine and a carbonyl compound followed by a dehydration.