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Question
The least reactive towards nucleophilic addition reactions is ____________.
Options
acetaldehyde
benzophenone
benzaldehyde
acetone
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Solution
The least reactive towards nucleophilic addition reactions is benzophenone.
Explanation:
Ketones are less reactive than aldehydes. Both acetone and benzophenone are less reactive than acetaldehyde and benzaldehyde. But, benzophenone is least reactive due to the presence of two bulky aryl groups (i.e., steric hindrance).
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