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Question
Which of the following is least reactive towards nucleophilic addition?
Options
HCHO
C2H5CHO
C3H7CHO
CH3CHO
MCQ
Solution
C3H7CHO
Explanation:
Carbonyl carbon is less electrophilic due to the electron donating inductive action (+I) of alkyl groups.
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