Which of the following aldehydes would be a good starting material in the Strecker synthesis of phenylalanine?
A)A
B)B
C)C

Name: Which of the following aldehydes would be a good starting material in the Strecker synthesis of phenylalanine? A)A B)B C)C
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Which of the following aldehydes would be a good starting material in the Strecker synthesis of phenylalanine? 
A)A 
B)B 
C)C

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A is the only aldehyde with a primary amine attached to it, which is necessary for the Strecker synthesis. B, C, and D all have secondary or tertiary amines attached, which would not work in the Strecker synthesis.

Which of the Following Aldehydes Would Be a Good Starting