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Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Subject: General Science

Book: NCERT Chemistry Class 12

Compounds with carbonyl and carboxyl functional groups.
- **Nomenclature & Structure**:
- Aldehydes, ketones, acids.
- **Reactions**:
- Nucleophilic addition, oxidation-reduction.
- **Uses in Industry**:
- Perfumes, food additives.

**Possible Exam Questions:**
1. How are aldehydes and ketones prepared?
2. Explain the mechanism of nucleophilic addition reactions.
3. What are the differences between aldehydes and ketones?
4. What is the role of carboxylic acids in organic synthesis?
5. Discuss the applications of formaldehyde and acetone.

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