6.2 Aldehydes and Ketones Part 2 Flashcards
1
Q
How are imines formed?
A
reaction of aldehydes and ketones with amines catalyzed under weakly acidic conditions
2
Q
What is the byproduct of imine formation?
A
water
3
Q
What is an enamine?
A
functional group containing nitrogen with the general formula R2NH
4
Q
What is aldol condensation?
A
reaction in which the enolate anion of one carbonyl compounds reacts with the carbonyl group of another carbonyl compound
5
Q
What are the three important aspects of aldol condensation?
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