Two compounds have the carbonyl functional group
Aldehydes are generally compounds that have a scent to it
Ketones are generally industrial or home solvents
It’s an organic compound characterized by a terminal carbonyl functional group; that is, a carbonyl group bonded to at least one H atom
Contains the C=O at the end of the carbon chain
A hydrogen is attached to the carbonyl group
Naming → change the ‘e’ in the alkane to ‘-al’
The end carbon with the “-CHO” group is considered part of the chain
Smaller aldehydes have strong, unpleasant odors, while those with higher molecular weights have pleasant flowery odors
They oxidize
Have fragrant smells
Asymmetrical
Example:
