Reactivity of Carbonyl Compounds

Very Easy Organic Chemistry Carbonyl Chemistry

Carbonyl compounds are a key functional group in organic chemistry, with a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom. Simple carbonyl compounds include aldehydes and ketones. Aldehydes have the carbonyl group located at the end of the carbon chain, while ketones have it within the chain. Understanding the distinct properties and reactivity of these compounds is essential for anticipating reactions in organic synthesis.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the reactivity of carbonyl compounds?

Aldehydes are generally less reactive than ketones.

Ketones undergo reduction more easily than aldehydes.

Aldehydes react with nucleophiles faster than ketones.

Both aldehydes and ketones cannot undergo nucleophilic addition reactions.

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