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The transformation of acetaldehyde to ethyl acetate in the presence of aluminum ethoxide is known as

1. Aldol condensation
2. Cope reaction
3. Tischenko reaction
4. Benzoin condensation

Correct answer: Tischenko reaction

Solution

The Tischenko reaction involves the conversion of acetaldehyde to ethyl acetate through the action of an aluminum alkoxide catalyst, which facilitates the esterification process by promoting the coupling of two aldehyde molecules.

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