Solution:
When propanal reacts with 2-methyl propanal in the presence of NaOH, the mixture of aldehydes are formed. Both the reactants have an alpha-hydrogen and hence, can undergo cross aldol reaction in the presence of NaOH.
What product will be formed on reaction of propanal with 2-methyl propanal in the presence of NaOH? What products will be formed? Write the name of the reaction also.
What product will be formed on reaction of propanal with 2-methyl propanal in the presence of NaOH? What products will be formed? Write the name of the reaction also.