Acetaldehyde reacts with
(a) Electrophiles only
(b) Nucleophiles only
(c) Free radicals only
(d) Both electrophiles and nucleophiles
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d) both electrophiles and nucleophiles
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The correct answer is option (B)
Explanation:
Acetaldehyde or ethanol is a chemical compound. It is one of the most widely used aldehydes and produced at large scale.
Acetaldehyde reacts only with nucleophiles because carbonyl carbon is electron deficient which attacks electron rich nucleophilic agent. The nucleophile further attack the carbonyl group to form another additional product.
Acetaldehyde is found in fermented products like soy & milk products. Also found in fruits, vegetables and non – alcoholic beverages. It is a colourless and highly flammable liquid.
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