Aldehydes and Ketones - Result Question 6
####6. In the following reactions, products $A$ and $B$ are
(2019 Main, 12 Jan I)
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 6. $( b )$
Solution:
- The reactant in presence of dil $\cdot NaOH$ undergoes intramolecular aldol condensation reaction.
As a result of this, $\beta$-hydroxyketone $(A)$ is obtained which on hydrolysis followed by heating produces $\alpha, \beta$-unsaturated ketone (B)