Question
What are aliphatic ketones? How are they classified?

Answer

Aliphatic ketones : The compounds in which Image group is attached to two alkyl groups are called aliphatic ketones.
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Ketones are classified into two types :
  1. Simple or symmetrical ketones and
  2. mixed or unsymmetrical ketones.
1. Simple or symmetrical ketone : The ketone in which the carbonyl carbon is attached to two identical alkyl groups is called a simple or symmetrical ketone.
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2. Mixed or unsymmetrical ketone : The ketone in which the carbonyl carbon is attached to two different alkyl groups is called a mixed or unsymmetrical ketone.
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