The formation of an enolate ion from a ketone requires:
Correct answer: B. A strong base
- A. A strong acid
- B. A strong base
- C. A strong oxidizing agent
- D. A strong reducing agent
Explanation
An enolate ion is formed by the removal of an α-hydrogen (a proton) from a carbonyl compound. Since α-hydrogens are only weakly acidic, a strong base (like LDA or an alkoxide) is required to deprotonate the α-carbon and form the enolate.
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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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