ALDEHYDES AND KETONES Flashcards
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of aldehydes?
A) They have a carbonyl group bonded to at least one hydrogen atom.
B) They have a carbonyl group bonded to at least one alkyl group.
C) They have a carbonyl group bonded to at least one alcohol group.
D) They have a carbonyl group bonded to at least one carboxylic acid group.
A) They have a carbonyl group bonded to at least one hydrogen atom.
Which of the following statements about aldehydes is true?
A) Aldehydes are generally less reactive than ketones.
B) Aldehydes have higher boiling points than their corresponding alcohols.
C) Aldehydes undergo nucleophilic addition reactions to form hemiacetals.
D) Aldehydes are always more acidic than alcohols.
C) Aldehydes undergo nucleophilic addition reactions to form hemiacetals.
Which of the following compounds is an aldehyde?
A) Acetone
B) Benzaldehyde
C) Acetic acid
D) Butyraldehyde
B) Benzaldehyde
What is the IUPAC name for the following compound: CH3CH2CHO?
A) Propanal
B) Butanal
C) Pentanal
D) Hexanal
A) Propanal
Which of the following statements about the boiling points of aldehydes is true?
A) Aldehydes have higher boiling points than alcohols of similar molecular weight.
B) The boiling points of aldehydes are generally lower than those of ketones of similar molecular weight.
C) The boiling points of aldehydes are influenced by hydrogen bonding.
D) The boiling points of aldehydes increase with increasing branching of the carbon chain.
C) The boiling points of aldehydes are influenced by hydrogen bonding.
Which of the following reagents is commonly used to oxidize aldehydes to carboxylic acids?
A) LiAlH4
B) NaBH4
C) KMnO4
D) PCC
C) KMnO4
Which of the following aldehydes is most reactive towards nucleophilic addition reactions?
A) Formaldehyde
B) Acetaldehyde
C) Propionaldehyde
D) Butyraldehyde
A) Formaldehyde
How does the boiling point of an aldehyde compare to that of a corresponding alcohol?
A) The aldehyde has a higher boiling point.
B) The alcohol has a higher boiling point.
C) They have similar boiling points.
D) It depends on the specific aldehyde and alcohol.
B) The alcohol has a higher boiling point.
Which of the following reactions is characteristic of aldehydes?
A) Oxidation to carboxylic acids.
B) Reduction to primary alcohols.
C) Formation of imines.
D) Formation of acetals
B) Reduction to primary alcohols.
Which of the following compounds is an example of an aldehyde with a common name?
A) Ethanol
B) Methanal
C) Propanone
D) Butanediol
B) Methanal (Formaldehyde)
Which of the following is a common application of aldehydes and ketones in the pharmaceutical industry?
A) Flavoring agents in medicines
B) Solvents for drug synthesis
C) Antioxidants in drug formulations
D) Colorants in pharmaceutical coatings
B) Solvents for drug synthesis
Which of the following is a characteristic property of aldehydes that makes them suitable for use in disinfectants and antiseptics?
A) They have a high boiling point
B) They can undergo nucleophilic addition reactions
C) They can form hydrogen bonds
D) They can undergo oxidation reactions
D) They can undergo oxidation reactions
Formaldehyde is commonly found in which form in gaseous state?
A) H2CO2
B) HCHO
C) CH3OH
D) CH2O
D) CH2O
What is the name of the compound formed when formaldehyde reacts with phenol?
A) Bakelite
B) Formalin
C) Formic acid
D) Acetaldehyde
A) Bakelite
Formalin, which is a 40% solution of formaldehyde in water, is used for the preservation of:
A) Metals
B) Biological specimens
C) Fabrics
D) Food items
B) Biological specimens