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Chemistry
Self condensation of acetaldehyde, in the presence of dilute alkalies gives
Q. Self condensation of acetaldehyde, in the presence of dilute alkalies gives
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an acetal
B
an aldol
C
mesitylene
D
propionaldehyde
Solution:
The self condensation of acetaldehyde in presence of dilute alkalies is called aldol condensation.
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