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Which of the following compounds do not undergo aldol condensation?

A

`CH_(3)-CHO`

B

C

`CH_(3)-overset(O)overset(||)(C)-CH_(3)`

D

`CH_(3)-underset(CH_(3))underset(|)overset(CH_(3))overset(|)(C)-CHO`

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The correct Answer is:
B, D

`C_(6)H_(5)CHO and (CH_(3))_(3)C CHO` do not contain `alpha`-hydrogens and hence do ot undergo aldol condensation.
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  • Which of the following compound do not undergo aldol condensation

    A
    `CH_(3)-CHO`
    B
    `C_(6)H_(5)-CHO`
    C
    `CH_(3)overset(O)overset(||) ( C) -CH_(3)`
    D
    `CH_(3)-overset(CH_3)overset(|)underset(CH_3)underset(|)C-CHO`.
  • Which of the following compounds will not undergo aldol condensation ?

    A
    ethanal
    B
    propanal
    C
    2,2,2-trichloroethanal
    D
    2,2-dibromoethanals
  • Which of the following compounds will not undergo aldol condensation when treated with an alkali?

    A
    Acetone
    B
    Formaldehyde
    C
    Acetaldehyde
    D
    Benzaldehdye
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