Difference Between Aldehydes And Ketones

6 Difference Between Aldehydes And Ketones

The main difference between aldehydes and ketones is the presence of a carbonyl group in their chemical structure. 

S.NO.	Aldehydes	Ketones
1.	Aldehydes have a carbonyl group at the end of the chain.	Ketones have a carbonyl group in the middle of the chain.
2.	Aldehydes are characterized by the presence of an aldehyde group (-CHO).	Ketones are characterized by the presence of a ketone group (-CO-).
3.	Aldehydes are more reactive than ketones due to the presence of the aldehyde group, which can undergo reactions with other molecules.	Ketones are more reactive.
4.	Aldehydes have a lower boiling point than ketones due to the presence of the aldehyde group, which can form hydrogen bonds with other molecules.	Ketones have a lower boiling point.
5.	Aldehydes are more polar than ketones due to the presence of the aldehyde group, which can form hydrogen bonds with other molecules.	Ketones are less polar.
6.	Aldehydes are typically produced through the oxidation of primary alcohols.	Ketones are produced through the oxidation of secondary alcohols.

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