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Aldol condensation requires base catalyst.

Answer FALSE

Solution

Aldol reaction: base (OH⁻) removes alpha-H to form enolate, which attacks carbonyl of another molecule. Acid-catalysed aldol also possible but less common.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Topic: Aldol Condensation

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