engineering chemistry MCQ #454

The compound that does not give a positive Tollens' test is

engineering chemistry MCQ #454

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that does not give a positive Tollens' test is

    • A) Formaldehyde
    • B) Acetaldehyde
    • C) Benzaldehyde
    • D) Acetone

    Answer: Acetone

    Explanation: Tollens' test is given by aldehydes, not ketones. Acetone is a ketone, so it doesn't give a positive Tollens' test.