engineering chemistry MCQ #4614

The reaction of an aldehyde with Tollens' reagent results in the formation of

engineering chemistry MCQ #4614

  1. Question 1

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

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

    Answer: Silver mirror

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