engineering chemistry MCQ #540

The compound that does not react with Tollens' reagent is

engineering chemistry MCQ #540

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that does not react with Tollens' reagent is

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

    Answer: Acetone

    Explanation: Tollens' reagent reacts with aldehydes, not ketones. Acetone is a ketone, so it doesn't react.