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"<p>The alpha position in organic chemistry refers to the carbon atom adjacent to a functional group, such as a carbonyl group (C=O). In the context of carbonyl compounds like aldehydes and ketones, the carbon atom directly bonded to the carbonyl carbon is termed as the &alpha; carbon, and the hydrogens attached to this &alpha; carbon are known as &alpha; hydrogens. The unique chemical environment of the alpha position allows for various important reactions, such as enolization and alkylation, due to the relatively acidic nature of the &alpha; hydrogens.</p>"
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