8.3 - Physical Properties of Aldehydes and Ketones
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Practice Questions
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What is the state of methanal at room temperature?
💡 Hint: Think about its use in preservation.
What happens to the solubility of aldehydes as their carbon chain length increases?
💡 Hint: Consider the structure of the molecule.
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What is the boiling point trend relative to aldehydes and ketones compared to hydrocarbons?
💡 Hint: Consider molecular interactions.
True or False: Aldehydes have more pleasant odors than ketones.
💡 Hint: Think about different examples of both classes.
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Compare the physical properties of formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, and butanal, including boiling points and solubility.
💡 Hint: Focus on their chain length and molecular interactions.
Create a chart comparing the solubility of the first four aldehydes (methanal to butanal) in water.
💡 Hint: Remember the rule of hydrogen bonding.
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