Aldol Condensation Reaction
Aldol condensation generally occurs between a dilute base and aldehydes containing α-hydrogen which as a result produces β-hydroxyaldehyde. Aldol Condensation reaction occurs in two steps:
- Aldol Reaction
- Dehydration Reaction
General reaction for aldol condensation is illustrated below:
Aldol Condensation
Aldol Condensation is a condensation reaction in organic chemistry in which an enol or an enolate ion reacts with a carbonyl compound to form a β-hydroxy aldehyde or β-hydroxy ketone. This reaction is followed by dehydration to give a conjugate enone.
In this article, we will explore aldol condensation, its mechanism, examples, types, and applications.
Table of Content
- What is Aldol Condensation?
- Mechanism of Aldol Condensation
- Types of Aldol Condensation
- Examples of Aldol Condensation
- Applications of Aldol Condensation