What type of reaction is the formation of aldol from aldehyde?

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Aldol condensation occurs in aldehydes having $\alpha$-hydrogen with a dilute base to give $\beta$-hydroxy aldehydes called aldols. This reaction is most commonly known as aldol condensation. If the condensation reaction occurs between two different carbonyl compounds it is called crossed aldol condensation.

What type of reaction is the formation of aldol from aldehyde?

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