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The name 'aldol' comes from which two functional groups in the product?
AAlkene and ketone
BAlkyne and alcohol
CAmine and aldehyde
DAldehyde and alcohol
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Aldehyde and alcohol
The product is a beta-hydroxy aldehyde, so its name joins aldehyde and alcohol.
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