The reaction of which combination of reactants result in the formation of a hemiacetal?
A) ketone and alcohol
B) ketone and aldehyde
C) ketone and carboxylic acid
D) none of these

Question

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A hemiacetal is formed when an alcohol reacts with a carbonyl group (either an aldehyde or a ketone). Option A is the only choice that includes an alcohol and a ketone, making it the correct answer.

The Reaction of Which Combination of Reactants Result in the Formation