Question

Assertion (A) $\alpha$-hydrogen atoms of carbonyl compounds are acidic.
Reason (R) The strong electron releasing effect of the carbonyl group make the stabilisation of the conjugate base by the resonance.

• A. Both $A$ and $R$ are correct; and $R$ is the correct explanation of $A$.
• B. Both $A$ and $R$ are correct; but $R$ is not the correct explanation of $A$.
• C. $A$ is correct ; but $R$ is incorrect.
• D. $R$ is correct ; but $A$ is incorrect.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

The acidity of $\alpha$-hydrogen atoms of carbonyl compounds is due to the strong electron withdrawing effect of the carbonyl group and resonance stabilisation of the conjugate base.