Aldol Condensation Reaction

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Aldol Condensation Reaction - Vanillin

An aldol condensation reaction with vanillin is demonstrated.


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Voiceover
Two test tubes contain basic, aqueous solutions of vanillin. Acetone is added to the first tube. After 1 minute a yellow solution of the aldol product forms.

Discussion
The aldol condensation reaction is repeated with vanillin.

Design, Text and Demonstrator:
	Gary Trammell	University of Illinois at Springfield, Springfield, IL 62794

Videographer/Editor:
	Steve Dykema	University of Illinois at Springfield, Springfield, IL 62794

Voice:
	Margaret Biddle	University of Wisconsin - Madison, Madison, WI 53706

Audio Production:
	Greg Minix	University of Wisconsin - Madison, College of Engineering, Madison, WI 53706
	Jerrold J. Jacobsen	University of Wisconsin - Madison, Madison, WI 53706