The product formed in Aldol condensation
The product formed in Aldol condensation is
(a) a beta-hydroxy aldehyde or a beta-hydroxy ketone
(b) an alpha-hydroxy aldehyde or ketone
(c) an alpha, beta unsaturated ester
(d) a beta-hydroxy acid.
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The correct option is: (a) a beta-hydroxy aldehyde or a beta-hydroxy ketone
Explanation:
The aldehydes or ketones containing α-H atom in presence of dilute alkali undergo self condensation reaction to form β-hydroxyaldehyde or β-hydroxyketone. This reaction is known as Aldol condensation.
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