The number of carbon atoms in the aldol product of propanal is $x$.
Answer (integer)
6
Solution
2 propanal (C₃) → aldol product C₆: 3-hydroxy-2-methylpentanal. $x = 6$ carbons.
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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Topic: Aldol Condensation
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