illustrate-the-mechanism-of-claisen-schmidt-condensation-using-acetone-and-benza

Question

Illustrate the mechanism of Claisen-Schmidt condensation using acetone and benzaldehyde. What is the key step involving enolates?

Accepted Answer

The enolate of acetone attacks the carbonyl carbon of benzaldehyde, forming a beta-hydroxy ketone intermediate.

Answer

Acetone acts as an electrophile and benzaldehyde forms the enolate.

Answer

The enolate of benzaldehyde attacks the carbonyl carbon of acetone.

Answer

Benzaldehyde forms an enolate which attacks the carbonyl group of acetone.