engineering chemistry MCQ #495

The compound that will not give a positive Tollens' test is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #495

  1. Question 1

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

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

    Answer: Acetone

    Explanation: Tollens' test is positive for aldehydes, which are oxidized to carboxylates, but ketones like acetone do not react, thus not giving a positive Tollens' test.