MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #444

During a Cannizzaro reaction, two moles of formaldehyde react with a concentrated base. How many moles of sodium hydroxide are consumed in the process?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #444

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During a Cannizzaro reaction, two moles of formaldehyde react with a concentrated base. How many moles of sodium hydroxide are consumed in the process?

    • A) 0.5 moles
    • B) 1.0 moles
    • C) 2.0 moles
    • D) 4.0 moles

    Answer: 1.0 moles

    Explanation: The Cannizzaro reaction consumes one mole of NaOH for every two moles of formaldehyde. 2.0 moles is the reactant count.