MCQ
Acetal or ketal is :
  • A
    Vic dialkoxy compound
  • B
    $\alpha , \omega -$ dialkoxy compound
  • C
    $\alpha -$ alkoxy alcohol
  • Gem dialkoxy compound

Answer

Correct option: D.
Gem dialkoxy compound
d
Acetal or ketal is gem dialkoxy compound as two alkoxy groups are present on same carbon atom.

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