MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #463

Benzaldehyde reacts with which reagent to form benzoin?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #463

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Benzaldehyde reacts with which reagent to form benzoin?

    • A) KCN
    • B) NaCN
    • C) HCN
    • D) NaOH

    Answer: NaCN

    Explanation: Benzaldehyde undergoes benzoin condensation with NaCN; this is a specific reaction for aromatic aldehydes.