alkanones

alkanones are organic compounds containing a carbonyl group.

many alkanones are used as solvents in industry.

acetone is the simplest alkanone.

alkanones undergo various chemical reactions.

some alkanones have pleasant fruity odors.

alkanones can be synthesized from secondary alcohols.

methyl ethyl ketone is a common industrial alkanone.

alkanones are polar molecules due to the carbonyl group.

some alkanones are used as flavoring agents.

alkanones react with hydroxylamine to form oximes.

the boiling points of alkanones vary with molecular weight.

alkanones can be reduced to secondary alcohols.