Aldehydes and Ketones: Structure, Properties, and Chemical Reactions
A comprehensive guide exploring the fundamental aspects of aldehydes and ketones, including their chemical structures, physical properties, preparation methods, and characteristic reactions. These organic compounds play crucial roles in various industrial and biological processes.
Key points:
- Aldehydes contain the -CHO functional group while ketones feature the C=O group
- Both compound classes exhibit distinct chemical and physical properties
- Important industrial applications in solvents, perfumes, and chemical synthesis
- Characteristic identification tests include Tollens and Trommer tests
- Various preparation methods including alcohol oxidation and specific syntheses
