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Aldehydes are a class of organic compounds characterized by the presence of a formyl group, which consists of a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to a hydrogen atom. This functional group, represented as -CHO, is always located at the end of a carbon chain. The general formula for aldehydes is RCHO, where R can be a hydrogen atom or an alkyl or aryl group.
The simplest aldehyde is formaldehyde (HCHO), where R is a hydrogen atom. Methanal, also known as formaldehyde,
Aldehydes exhibit unique chemical properties due to the reactive nature of the formyl group. They can undergo
Aldehydes are found in nature and contribute to the aroma and flavor of many fruits and flowers.