engineering chemistry MCQ #345

The reaction of aldehydes with Tollens' reagent results in the formation of

engineering chemistry MCQ #345

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of aldehydes with Tollens' reagent results in the formation of

    • A) Carboxylic acid
    • B) Silver mirror
    • C) Alcohol
    • D) Ketone

    Answer: Silver mirror

    Explanation: Tollens' reagent oxidizes aldehydes to carboxylates, resulting in the formation of silver mirror.