Explain the mechanism of Aldol condensation of acetaldehyde.

Aldol condensation is:

In aldol condensation

Disucss the mechanism of aldol condensation.

Explain the mechanism of addition of HCN to acetaldehyde.

Write the aldol condensation reaction of acetaldehyde.

Which of the following compounds would be the main product of an aldol condensation of acetaldehyde and acetone ?