IUPAC definition : Compounds having the structure R sub 2 /sub C(OR') sub 2 /sub (R' H) and thus diethers
of geminal diols. Originally, the term was confined to derivatives of aldehydes (one
R H), but it now applies equally to derivatives of ketones (neither R H). Mixed
acetals have different R' groups.;
Compounds having the structure R sub 2 /sub C(OR') sub 2 /sub (R' H) and thus diethers
of geminal diols. Originally, the term was confined to derivatives of aldehydes (one
R H), but it now applies equally to derivatives of ketones (neither R H). Mixed
acetals have different R' groups.