MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #417

A biology student notices a preserved frog in a jar. Which carbonyl compound is most likely the active ingredient in the preserving fluid?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #417

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A biology student notices a preserved frog in a jar. Which carbonyl compound is most likely the active ingredient in the preserving fluid?

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

    Answer: Formaldehyde

    Explanation: Formaldehyde is widely used as a preservative for biological specimens in anatomy labs. Option C is used as a solvent but not primary preservative.