engineering chemistry MCQ #474

Which compound gives a positive Tollens' test?

engineering chemistry MCQ #474

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which compound gives a positive Tollens' test?

    • A) Acetone
    • B) Benzaldehyde
    • C) Acetic acid
    • D) Ethanol

    Answer: Benzaldehyde

    Explanation: Tollens' test is positive for aldehydes; benzaldehyde is an aromatic aldehyde that reduces Tollens' reagent to silver mirror.