Why is the aldol condensation to make dibenzalacetone carried out in
a mixture of water (with 10% NaOH) and alcohol instead of using just
one solvent?
Because water keeps the reaction cool and alcohol
A
adds flavor
Because alcohol dissolves organic molecules, and
B
water dissolves NaOH
Because NaOH only works in alcohol, and water
C
helps the smell
Because the reaction only works in pure water or
D
pure alcohol