Which of the following is a characteristic reaction of aldehydes?

Practice Questions

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Which of the following is a characteristic reaction of aldehydes?
  1. Reduction to alcohols
  2. Formation of esters
  3. Dehydration
  4. Nitration

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following is a characteristic reaction of aldehydes?
  • Step 1: Understand what aldehydes are. Aldehydes are a type of organic compound that contain a carbonyl group (C=O) with at least one hydrogen atom attached to the carbon.
  • Step 2: Learn about reduction reactions. A reduction reaction is a chemical process where a substance gains electrons or hydrogen, or loses oxygen.
  • Step 3: Know that aldehydes can be converted into alcohols through reduction. This means that when an aldehyde undergoes a reduction reaction, it transforms into an alcohol.
  • Step 4: Recognize that this transformation (aldehyde to alcohol) is a key characteristic reaction of aldehydes.
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