MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #292

In a Cannizzaro reaction, 2 moles of formaldehyde react with concentrated NaOH. How many moles of methanol are theoretically produced?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #292

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In a Cannizzaro reaction, 2 moles of formaldehyde react with concentrated NaOH. How many moles of methanol are theoretically produced?

    • A) 0.5 moles
    • B) 1.0 mole
    • C) 2.0 moles
    • D) 1.5 moles

    Answer: 1.0 mole

    Explanation: Cannizzaro reaction requires 2 moles of formaldehyde to produce 1 mole of methanol. 0.5 moles is the yield for a single mole.