Question Detail
Question
Which of the following characterizes the reactions of aldehydes and ketones?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Aldehydes and ketones undergo nucleophilic addition reactions at the carbonyl carbon. They can also undergo free radical addition reactions (e.g., auto-oxidation). They do not undergo nucleophilic acyl substitution because they lack a leaving group.
Hint
What type of reaction occurs at the carbonyl carbon of aldehydes and ketones?