MHT CET Chemistry question

ChemistryAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic AcidsMHT CET

Which of the following compounds will not undergo aldol condensation?

Answer: (C)

Solution

2,2,2-Trichloroethanal () has no alpha-hydrogen so it cannot form the enolate needed for aldol

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