Organic Chemistry Basics Result Question 40
40. Which of the following, has the most acidic hydrogen?
(a) 3-hexanone
(b) 2, 4-hexanedione
(c) 2,5-hexanedione
(d) 2, 3-hexanedione
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 40. ( b )
Solution:
A methylene $\left(-\mathrm{CH}_2-\right)$ with carbonyl on both side is highly acidic.