Aldehydes And Ketones Flashcards
1
Q
The general formula for aldehyde and ketone
A
RCHO & R-CO-R respectively.
2
Q
Aldehydes and ketones are collectively known as
A
Carbonyl compounds
3
Q
Why is carbonyl hydrophillic
A
Because it has an electronegative value
4
Q
Increasing no of carbon atoms in aldehydes leads to
A
High boiling point
Low solubility
Polar molecule
Low vapour pressure.
