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Which compound does not undergo aldol condensation?

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Propanal Methanal Correct 2-Methylpentanal Cyclohexanone

Explanation

Aldol condensation requires Î±-hydrogens. Methanal (HCHO) has no Î±-hydrogens and thus undergoes Cannizzaro reaction instead.

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