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Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids by Exodus is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document provides information about aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids. It defines the carbonyl group (C=O) that is present in these compounds and provides their general formulas. Common and IUPAC names are given for some examples of aldehydes and ketones. Methods for preparing aldehydes are outlined, including oxidation of primary alcohols, dehydrogenation of primary alcohols, and from hydrocarbons via ozonolysis of alkenes or hydration of alkynes.
- Author
- Exodus
- Language
- EN