Question

What is Ethanal?

Answer 1

Ethanal

• Acetaldehyde is a common name for Ethanal.
• The formula for ethanal is ${\mathrm{CH}}_3-\mathrm{CHO}$.
• The function group present in ethanal is an aldehyde$\left(-\mathrm{CHO}\right)$.

Structure

Uses of Ethanal

• It is a highly useful compound in the industry.
• It is also used in perfumes.