ICSE Class 12 Chemistry | Chapter 12: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids by Abraham | Learn Smarter
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Chapter 12: Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids

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  • 1

    Nomenclature And Structure

    This section outlines the nomenclature and structural characteristics of aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids, important classes of organic compounds containing carbonyl groups.

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  • 1.1

    Aldehydes

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  • 1.2

    Ketones

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  • 1.3

    Carboxylic Acids

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  • 2

    Methods Of Preparation

    This section outlines various methods for preparing aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids using different chemical reactions.

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  • 2.1

    Aldehydes

    Aldehydes are organic compounds characterized by the –CHO functional group, integral to numerous chemical reactions and applications.

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  • 2.2

    Ketones

    This section covers the nomenclature, methods of preparation, properties, and reactions of ketones, a key class of carbonyl compounds.

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  • 2.3

    Carboxylic Acids

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  • 3

    Physical Properties

    This section discusses the physical properties of aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids, highlighting their states, boiling points, solubility, and odors.

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  • 4

    Chemical Reactions

    This section provides an overview of the classes, preparation methods, and reactions of aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids.

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  • 4.1

    Aldehydes And Ketones

    Aldehydes and ketones are significant carbonyl compounds with distinct properties and reactions, foundational for organic chemistry.

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  • 4.2

    Carboxylic Acids

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  • 5

    Uses Of Aldehydes, Ketones, And Carboxylic Acids

    Aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids play essential roles in various industries and applications.

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  • 5.1

    Aldehydes

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  • 5.2

    Ketones

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  • 5.3

    Carboxylic Acids

    Carboxylic acids are organic compounds characterized by the carboxyl functional group (-COOH), displaying significant acid-base behavior and widespread application in industry.

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  • 6

    Summary

    This section consolidates the fundamental concepts of aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids, explaining their structures, preparation methods, properties, reactions, and applications.

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12 chemistry ch12(oc).pdf

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