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Carbonyl and Carboxylic acids Flashcards

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What is the name of the simplest aldehyde and what is it used for?

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  • HCHO (methanal commonly known as formaldehyde).

- Used in solution to preserve biological specimens.

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What is the simplest ketone and what is it’s common uses?

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  • CH3COCH3 (propanone but commonly known as acetone)

- Used as an important industrial solvent and also used as nail- varnish remover.

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