engineering chemistry MCQ #429

The reaction of formaldehyde with conc. NaOH gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #429

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of formaldehyde with conc. NaOH gives?

    • A) Methanol
    • B) Formic acid
    • C) Methanol and sodium formate
    • D) Sodium formate

    Answer: Methanol and sodium formate

    Explanation: Formaldehyde undergoes Cannizzaro reaction with conc. NaOH, producing methanol and sodium formate through oxidation and reduction.