The first step in the reaction sequence for the formation of indigo involves a crossed aldol condensation between 2-nitrobenzaldehyde and acetone. Give the structure of the product of this first step.

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The first step in the reaction sequence for the formation of indigo involves a crossed aldol condensation between 2-nitrobenzaldehyde and acetone. Give the structure of the product of this first step.

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