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This learning unit introduces the disproportionation of aldehydes known as the Cannizzaro reaction. The crossed Cannizzaro reaction and the industrial applications of this reaction are also explained.

Author

• Prof. Dr. Rainer Herges
• Dr. Torsten Winkler

Translators

• Dr. Guenter Grethe

Learning objective

• Mechanism of the Cannizzaro reaction
• Crossed Cannizzaro reaction
• Applications in industry

Important Keywords in this Learning Unit

disproportionation, redox reaction, carboxylic acid, Aldehyde, reduction