• May 14, 2026 mixed aldol condensation pinacolone piperonaldehyde a β-hydroxy ketone intermediate. Regioselectivity and stereochemistry depend on reaction conditions. Step 3: Dehydration to Form Conjugated Enone Elimination of water occurs, leading to an α,β-unsaturated ketone: The conjugated system stabilizes the intermed By Ashleigh Steuber
