In This Chapter

6.1 Description and Properties

Nomenclature

Physical    Properties

Formation

6.2 Nucleophilic    Addition    Reactions

Hydration

Acetals and Hemiacetals

Imines  and Enamines

Cyanohydrins

6.3 Oxidation–Reduction Reactions

Oxidation   of  Aldehydes

Reduction   by  Hydride Reagents

Concept Summary