engineering chemistry MCQ #481

The compound that does not undergo Cannizzaro reaction is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #481

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that does not undergo Cannizzaro reaction is?

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

    Answer: Acetaldehyde

    Explanation: Cannizzaro reaction occurs in aldehydes without alpha hydrogens; acetaldehyde has alpha hydrogens and does not undergo this reaction.