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Which one of the following types of reactions is not shown by aldehydes and ketones?

Correct answer: C. β-Elimination reaction

  • A. Nucleophilic addition reaction
  • B. Reduction reaction
  • C. β-Elimination reaction
  • D. Oxidation reaction

Explanation

Option Cis correct.β-Elimination reaction is a reaction in which a hydrogen atom and a halogen atom are removed from adjacent carbon atoms in a molecule. This type of reaction is not typically seen with aldehydes and ketones.

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