Aldol addition
= Aldol addition
Addition of an <enolate> or <enol> to an <aldehyde> or <ketone>, giving a beta-hydroxy <carbonyl compound>. Subsequent <dehydration> is a distinct step and gives an <aldol condensation>.
= Aldol addition
Addition of an <enolate> or <enol> to an <aldehyde> or <ketone>, giving a beta-hydroxy <carbonyl compound>. Subsequent <dehydration> is a distinct step and gives an <aldol condensation>.