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Base-catalyzed condensation of two ester molecules to form an alcohol and β-keto ester is called
Options
A Claisen condensation
Correct Answer
B Corey-House reaction
C Aldol condensation
D Transesterification
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The Claisen condensation is a base-catalyzed reaction between two ester molecules to form a β-keto ester and an alcohol. This is a key carbon-carbon bond forming reaction.

Hint

Which condensation reaction involves esters?

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1455 of 1999
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