Aldehdyissä
Aldehydes are a class of organic compounds characterized by the presence of a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to a hydrogen atom and an R group. The general formula for an aldehyde is RCHO, where R can be a hydrogen atom or an alkyl or aryl group. The carbonyl group is a polar functional group, making aldehydes reactive and capable of undergoing various chemical reactions.
The simplest aldehyde is formaldehyde (HCHO), where R is a hydrogen atom. Other common aldehydes include acetaldehyde
Aldehydes are typically synthesized through the oxidation of primary alcohols. This process can be achieved using
The reactivity of aldehydes stems from the electrophilic nature of the carbonyl carbon atom. This carbon atom
Aldehydes have diverse applications. Formaldehyde is used in the production of resins, plastics, and disinfectants. Acetaldehyde