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Propanol and propanol self condensation product in basic conditions
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In basic conditions, propanol undergoes an aldol condensation reaction. However, propanol itself doesn't have an alpha hydrogen, which is necessary for the reaction. Therefore, propanol won't self-condense under basic conditions. The reaction requires a carbonyl compound with an alpha hydrogen.
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