Aldehydes and Ketones - Acetal Exchange

  • Definition: Acetal exchange is a reaction in which an acetal or a ketal reacts with water or an alcohol to give an aldehyde or a ketone, respectively.
  • This reaction involves the breaking of the C-O bond in the acetal or ketal and the formation of a new C-O bond with water or an alcohol.
  • The reaction is catalyzed by an acid, such as hydrochloric acid (HCl), sulfuric acid (H2SO4), or a Lewis acid.
  • Acetal exchange is an important reaction in the organic synthesis of aldehydes and ketones.
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Aldehydes and Ketones - Acetal Exchange Definition: Acetal exchange is a reaction in which an acetal or a ketal reacts with water or an alcohol to give an aldehyde or a ketone, respectively. This reaction involves the breaking of the C-O bond in the acetal or ketal and the formation of a new C-O bond with water or an alcohol. The reaction is catalyzed by an acid, such as hydrochloric acid (HCl), sulfuric acid (H2SO4), or a Lewis acid. Acetal exchange is an important reaction in the organic synthesis of aldehydes and ketones.