Aldol condensation: why must aldehyde contain none of corresponding acid?
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In the aldol condensation with
benzaldehyde + acetone (NaOH, ethanol) --> dibenzalacetone
Why is it essential that the aldehyde component contain none of the corresponding acid?
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Aldol condensation
Aldehydes and ketones containing an alpha hydrogen atom (H atom attached to the carbon atom adjacent to the carbonyl group) undergo self condensation in the presence of a dilute alkali to form beta hydroxy aldehyde or beta hydroxy ketone. This reaction is called aldol condensation.
Benzaldehyde does not ...
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