10 Important Name Reactions Every NEET and JEE Aspirants should know

Name reaction is a chemical reaction which is named after the person who developed or discovered it. For class 12 students and medical/engineering aspirants, these Organic Chemistry Name Reactions are very crucial as these are frequently asked in Class 12th Board exam and competitive exams like NEET, JIPMER, JEE Main and JEE Advanced. As, syllabus of Class 11th and Class 12th Chemistry is so wide, a selective and smart learning in Organic Chemistry plays an important role to score well with efficiency. Thus, we are providing here the 30 most important name reactions in Organic Chemistry that every aspirant must know. These are prepared by Subject Experts at MTG after analyzing previous years’ papers of various competitive exams.

But, before we go further, we would like to add- don’t try to rote learn Organic Chemistry, you’ll fail, miserably. It’s good if you clear your basic concepts first. And to grasp the basic concepts, refer to the NCERT books and develop better understanding by practicing from NCERT at your Fingertips . The combination of both will lend a crystal-clear understanding of each and every NCERT concept.  You can also refer to Interactive Organic Chemistry book. It is designed to provide a blend of theoretical clarity on all the topic of Organic Chemistry along with optimum number of solved examples, flow charts and practice exercises.

Now coming to the top 10 Important Name Reactions which every NEET and JEE aspirants should know, here we go:

1.      Aldol condensation

Two molecules of aldehydes or ketones having a-hydrogen condense together in presence of base [dil. NaOH, Na₂CO₃, Ba(OH)₂] to form b-hydroxyaldehyde or b-hydroxyketone respectively which are collectively known as aldol.

2.     Clemmensen reduction

In this method, aldehydes and ketones are reduced with Zn – Hg amalgam and conc. HCl.

3.     Crossed aldol condensation

Aldol condensation of different molecules of aldehydes or ketones or one of aldehyde and one of ketone is known as crossed aldol condensation. Crossed aldol condensation yields a mixture of different products.

4.     Cannizzaro reaction

It is a self-oxidation-reduction reaction in which aldehydes that do not have any a-hydrogen atom undergo disproportionation reaction (i.e., self-redox reaction) in the presence of 50% aqueous or ethanolic solution of alkali in which one of the molecule being reduced to alcohol and other being oxidised to the salt of corresponding acid.

5.     Etard reaction

Aromatic hydrocarbons on treatment with mild oxidizing agents such as chromyl chloride CrO₂Cl₂ yield aldehydes.

These are some of the most important reactions of Chemistry which were asked frequently in NEET, AIIMS, JIPMER, JEE Exams and CBSE Class 12 Chemistry board exam. Students preparing for such exams this year in 2020 must learn these important name reactions in Organic Chemistry.

MTG’s Chemistry Resources are housed with such lucid and vivid content that you will not find complex concept any difficult to understand and learn. Recommended and appreciated for its quality and authenticity, MTG’s resources must be your companion to make big in NEET/JEE/Boards Exams.

All the best and may the force be with you! 

JEE Advanced 2019 Topper Kartikey Gupta Unveils his Success Mantra!

Studying with a relaxed mind, using a keypad phone to stay off social media, and playing badminton to de-stress spelt success for Kartikey Chandresh Gupta, JEE Advanced 2019 Topper. As a result of consistent dedication, focus on goals and a strong-willed approach, Kartikey Gupta continuously excelled in the Joint Entrance Examinations this year. He missed out on the top rank in JEE Main 2019 just by a short margin, after which he became decisive to excel in JEE Advanced and he emerged as JEE Advanced 2019 topper with AIR 1.

JEE Advanced 2019 topper shared that he just could not sleep without clearing all his doubts. Such was the dedication of Kartikey and the results have finally proved that there is no substitute for hard work.

Do you want to know details of Kartikey study strategy? Read on to know the details about Topper’s preparations, future plans and lots more.

Tell us something about yourself, which board have you studied in, how much did you score in your class 12?

Kartikey: I am from Mumbai, Maharashtra. My father Mr Chandresh Gupta works as General Manager (Paper Industry) and my mother Mrs Poonam Gupta is a housewife. Elder brother has completed his BTech in computer science and is also working. This year I secured 93.7 percent in Class 12th.

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What is your score in JEE Advanced 2019? What is your all India rank and category rank? What was your JEE Main rank and marks?

Kartikey: I secured 346 marks out of 372 in JEE Advanced 2019. My All India Rank is 1 in general category.

Marks obtained in JEE Advanced 2019:

Mathematics: 121

Physics: 113

Chemistry: 112

I secured AIR-18 in JEE Mains 2019 by scoring 100 percentile and was Second Topper of Maharashtra State.

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Why do you want to study engineering? When did you decide to study engineering? Which branch would you be interested in? Any reason?

Kartikey: My dream of pursuing engineering from IIT Bombay in CS branch is going to come true. I have qualified KVPY in the year 2017 and 2018. I have also qualified INPhO, InChO, INAO and INJSO.

When did you start your JEE Advanced preparation? Tell us something about your preparation strategy and daily routine for JEE Advanced?

Kartikey: I always focused on studying with a relaxed mind. I did not study for long hours. Apart from regular classes, I did self-study for 6-7 hours with a proper schedule. I also gave weekly tests regularly, which helped me do self-analysis which improved my performance. Also, I made sure to clear the doubts before sleeping. I took a break and relaxed after every two hours. I used a regular keypad phone and was never active on social media.

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Did you take coaching for JEE and if yes from where? What are the benefits of coaching according to you?

Kartikey: I have been studying in ALLEN Career Institute since 2017. The faculties here work very hard to help candidates achieve success. After classes, I used to dedicate six to seven hours for self-study. Joining JEE coaching doubled my strength.

Who is your ideal or biggest inspiration in life and why?

Kartikey: Great Mathematician Srinivas Ramanujan is my idol.

You know you are an inspiration to thousands of students across the country. Do you have any message for future aspirants on tackling the JEE Advanced exam?

Kartikey: Students should study without stress. During the preparation, they should be relaxed physically as well as mentally. Self-competition plays a vital role in achieving the goal. Do not study for long hours. Take a break and relax after every two hours.

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IIT JEE is a real tough nut to CRACK, but with sheer determination and complete devotion as Kartikey Gupta has shown, you can crack any exam. Follow his success mantra of JEE Advanced 2019 Topper and practice from MTG’s JEE Main & Advanced Resources to Crack JEE Main & Advanced 2020 without Fail!