how-does-the-structure-of-acetoacetic-ester-differ-from-malonic-ester

Question

How does the structure of acetoacetic ester differ from malonic ester?

Accepted Answer

Acetoacetic ester has a ketone group, while malonic ester has two ester groups.

Answer

Both have ketone groups but differ in carbon atom count.

Answer

Malonic ester contains an aldehyde group, while acetoacetic ester has two ester groups.

Answer

Acetoacetic ester has an aldehyde group, while malonic ester contains a ketone group.