Aldol consists of which functional group?
Correct answer: C. Both A and B
- A. Aldehyde
- B. Alcohol
- C. Both A and B
- D. Ketone
Explanation
The aldol reaction involves the formation of a beta-hydroxy carbonyl compound through the addition of an enolate ion (generated from an aldehyde or ketone) to another aldehyde or ketone. Therefore, the aldol reaction involves both an aldehyde or a ketone (functional groups A) and the resultant beta-hydroxy carbonyl compound (having an alcohol functional group - functional group B). Therefore, option c is correct.
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