2. Because of the carbonyl group , aldehydes
are polar molecules
In this structure , the oxygen atom is not bonded to
a hydrogen , so there is no hydrogen bonding
between aldehyde molecules. Consequently ,they
have lower boiling point than the corresponding alcohols
and higher boiling points than the corresponding ethers
3. The carbonyl oxygen atom allows molecules of
aldehyde to form strong hydrogen bonds with water
molecules Low molar mass aldehydes dissolve in water
due to hydrogen bonding . Hydrogen bonds are formed
between the oxygen atoms and also between the
hydrogen atom of water and also between the hydrogen
atom of the aldehyde and the oxygen atom of water.
Low molar mass aldehydes are more soluble in
water
As molar mass increases, solubility decreases
Have pleasing taste and smell
The lower the molar mass aldehydes have sharp odor
As molar mass increases the odor becomes more fragrant
