Aldol Condensation: Base and Product
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In Aldol condensation, what is the role of the base?

  • To stabilize the enolate ion
  • To deprotonate the alpha carbon of the carbonyl compound (correct)
  • To increase the reaction temperature
  • To act as a catalyst

    • What is the main product of a crossed aldol condensation between propanal and ethanal?

  • 3-hydroxypropanal
  • 2-hydroxybutanal (correct)
  • 2-hydroxypropanal
  • 3-hydroxybutanal

    • What effect does using a strong base have on aldol condensation?

  • It decreases the reaction rate
  • It has no effect on the reaction
  • It promotes side reactions (correct)
  • It increases the yield of the product

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