MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #264

A researcher uses Tollen's test to distinguish between Benzaldehyde and Acetone. What is the chemical composition of the Tollen's reagent used in this process?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #264

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A researcher uses Tollen's test to distinguish between Benzaldehyde and Acetone. What is the chemical composition of the Tollen's reagent used in this process?

    • A) Alkaline copper tartrate
    • B) Alkaline copper citrate
    • C) Ammoniacal silver nitrate
    • D) Potassium dichromate in acid

    Answer: Ammoniacal silver nitrate

    Explanation: Tollen's reagent is specifically ammoniacal silver nitrate. Alkaline copper tartrate is Fehling's solution, which is used for a similar but distinct redox test.