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Which types of compounds can act as nucleophiles in the addition reaction to the carbonyl group of aldehydes and ketones?
ChemistryAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic AcidsNEET
Options:
  • A Alcohols
  • B Amines
  • C Alkanes
  • D Halogens
Solution:
1484 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Amines
The paragraph mentions that nucleophiles such as ammonia and its derivatives (H2N-Z) can add to the carbonyl group of aldehydes and ketones. Amines fall into this category.

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