This molecular model can build aldehydes, a key functional group found in synthetic and biological chemistry. Students can assemble important molecules such as formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, and glucose, and see how the carbonyl group in aldedydes differs from those in ketones.
This economical set is useful for chemistry, biology, biochemistry, and related health sciences. The Orbit system is designed to make atom swapping for comparing related molecules much simpler than bulkier wireframe model types.
The 68845NV basic student set has enough carbons, oxygens, & hydrogens to simultaneously build the aldehyde chemical structures as shown in the image; only $17.95.
Indigo Instruments has held inventory of genuine Cochranes of Oxford (Orbit) atoms & bonds for 30+ years. These parts are compatible with every molecular model set we have sold since day 1. This quality may appear expensive but no parts support from other vendors costs even more.
Unlike rigid & bulky framework models this Orbit-style molecular model system:
Has compact, color-coded atoms to make building faster & 3 bond lengths for more accurate scaling
Lets you swap parts easily, ideal for comparing to related molecules such as alcohols & ketones
Is lightweight and affordable, making it ideal for individual use, classrooms, or remote learning setups
Key Aldehyde Examples for the Classroom
Compound
Chemistry Focus
Biology / Medicine / Nursing Focus
Formaldehyde
Simplest aldehyde; important in polymer chemistry and electrophilic addition reactions
Toxic metabolite; known preservative and disinfectant; relevant in pathology and toxicology
Acetaldehyde
Intermediate in oxidation of ethanol; studied for nucleophilic addition reactions
Alcohol metabolism byproduct; involved in hangovers and studied in pharmacology
Glucose (an aldose sugar)
Exemplar of carbohydrate stereochemistry; Fischer projection to model conversion
Primary blood sugar; central to metabolism, diabetes, and energy regulation
Benzaldehyde
Aromatic aldehyde used in reactions like Cannizzaro and aldol condensations
Flavoring agent (almond-like scent); relevant in natural products and food chemistry
Malondialdehyde
Product of oxidative degradation of lipids; reactive dialdehyde for cross-linking
Biomarker for oxidative stress; studied in aging, inflammation, and chronic disease
As a bonus with any Indigo® student molecular model set, you can build even more complex aldehydes with our free 3D Molecular Model Builder. Every aldehyde listed in the NIH compound database can be visualized with this tool which will also list the exact parts needed to build it. Students learning structure recognition or checking their IUPAC naming skills have the ideal reference tool at their fingertips.
Every Orbit molecular model set sold by Indigo Instruments is fully compatible with others you might own. You can replenish any set or customize it with Genuine Cochranes of Oxford Orbit Atoms.
Reviews (5)
2020-09-10
This model kit is great for improving knowledge of molecular structures for organic chemistry.
— Jan
2020-05-31
I bought the product for a university class and it met expectations. Great service and fast shipping.
— Miri
— Indigo: Thank you for the review. Good luck this term.
2019-09-23
Great product, fast shipping, excellent customer service!
— Courtney
2019-08-15
Bought two of these because I prefer them to the one used at the university. Easy to use and has a good flexibility.
— Thierry
2018-04-16
I've had consistently great service from this company. Our students seem to really appreciate the reasonable price. In the years that we've used this product, not one has been returned due to defects.
— Becki
— Indigo:
Considering how many of these we sell to schools every year, that is high praise indeed. Thanks letting us know.
