MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 71: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 71
11. Reaction of 1-phenylethanone with ethylene glycol, also known as ethane-1,2-diol, in aqueous H2SO4 will result in the formation of:
- A. a ketal.
- B. a carboxylic acid.
- C. an aldehyde.
- D. a ketone.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
This reaction will create a ketal. This is the first step of the protection of aldehydes or ketones using dialcohols.