engineering chemistry MCQ #311

Fehling's solution is used to distinguish between?

engineering chemistry MCQ #311

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Fehling's solution is used to distinguish between?

    • A) Aliphatic and aromatic aldehydes
    • B) Aldehydes and ketones
    • C) Primary and secondary alcohols
    • D) Tertiary and secondary alcohols

    Answer: Aldehydes and ketones

    Explanation: Fehling's solution oxidizes aldehydes to carboxylates, while ketones are not oxidized.