Aldol reaction
The aldol reaction is an important organic reaction involving the reaction of enolate ions with a carbonyl group. Its product is an aldol (aldehyde + alcohol), specifically a β-hydroxyaldehyde or β-hydroxyketone. Indeed, the 1,3 relationship between the alcohol and carbonyl groups is characteristic of this reaction. It may be catalyzed by either base or acid. While the former is more common, both are illustrated below for ethanal:
Related Topics:
Organic reaction - Enolate ions - Carbonyl group - Aldol - Alcohol - Carbonyl - Ethanal
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| ► | Crossed aldol reactions |
| ► | Intramolecular aldol reactions |
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