Which statement about the aldol condensation is correct ? - Vidyadip

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Which statement about the aldol condensation is correct ?

A
A Lewis acid is commonly used as a catalyst
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The initial step is probably the formation of a carbanion
C
A Lewis base is employed to induce carbocation formation
D
The carbon chain is lengthened through the elimination of $1\, mole$ of water

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Answer

Correct option: B.

The initial step is probably the formation of a carbanion

b
$(b)$ Enolate ion formed in first step.

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