Consider the following reaction. Use this reaction to answer the following questions.
-This reaction is an example of ______.
A) an intramolecular Claisen condensation
B) an intramolecular aldol condensation
C) a Robinson annulation
D) a Michael reaction

Question

Consider the following reaction.  Use this reaction to answer the following questions.
-This reaction is an example of ______.
A) an intramolecular Claisen condensation 
B) an intramolecular aldol condensation 
C) a Robinson annulation 
D) a Michael reaction

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An intramolecular aldol condensation involves the formation of a carbon-carbon bond between two aldehyde or ketone groups within the same molecule, leading to the formation of a cyclic structure.

Consider the Following Reaction