Question

Is aldol condensation reaction is reversible or irreversible reaction?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Step 1: The hydroxide ion deprotanates the aldehyde reversibly. Step 2: Enolate ion 1 adds to the unreacted aldehyde. Step 3: Alkoxide ion 2 is protonated by water. Since all three steps are reversible, the overall reaction is reversible and its equilibrium constant depends on the nature of the aldehyde or ketone