Aldehydes and ketones

What this note covers

1. Carbonyl position distinguishes aldehydes from ketones
2. Alcohol oxidation predicts the carbonyl product
3. Aldehyde oxidation gives different products in acidic and alkaline media
4. Dichromate and Tollens tests distinguish carbonyl classes
5. Preparing and collecting an aldehyde requires controlled apparatus
6. Quantitative test evidence and responsible conclusions
7. Counting silver formed by an aldehyde
8. Choosing a carbonyl identification conclusion

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