In nomenclature, aldehyde group in all aldehydes are given position 1 and its position is not mentioned in the name because?
Correct answer: C. Aldehyde group is present at terminal
- A. Aldehyde is given priority
- B. Aldehyde is parent
- C. Aldehyde group is present at terminal
- D. None of these
Explanation
Aldehyde group is given position 1 and does not have its position mentioned because it is always present at the terminal end of the carbon chain.
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Aldehydes and ketones contain the polar carbonyl group, but aldehydes are generally more readily oxidised and more reactive than ketones. Coverage includes preparation by oxidation or reduction routes, nucleophilic addition of reagents such as hydrogen cyanide and bisulfite, and tests that distinguish aldehydes from ketones.
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