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Why are aldehydes generally more reactive than ketones in nucleophilic addition reactions?

Expert Answer

  1. Steric hindrance (ketones have two bulky alkyl groups). 2. Electronic reasons (two alkyl groups reduce electrophilicity of carbonyl carbon).

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