Question

why Methanal is more reactive towards nucleophilic addition reaction than ethanal.​

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

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Explanation:

(1) In methanal , there is lesser sterric hinderence , facilitating easier nucleophilic addition. (2) In methanal , +I effect is lesser , hence electrophilic nature of carbonyl carbon is much more , resulting in easier nucleophilic addition