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The Carbonyl Group

The Carbonyl Group

Aldehydes and ketones are organic compounds that both contain the carbonyl group, which is a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom (C=O\text{C=O}C=O). In an aldehyde, this group is at the end of the carbon chain, whereas in a ketone, it sits in the middle.

Aldehydes and ketones (A-level only) Lesson

  1. A Level
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  3. /Aldehydes and ketones (A-level only)

Step-by-step lessons on AQA A Level Chemistry Aldehydes and ketones (A-level only), covering Aldehydes and ketones (A-level only). Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build confidence with atomic structure, bonding and moles calculations early on, since these underpin the more demanding organic mechanisms, equilibrium and practical-analysis topics that dominate Year 2.

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