MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #468

Which test is used to distinguish between aldehydes and ketones?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #468

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which test is used to distinguish between aldehydes and ketones?

    • A) Tollens' test
    • B) Fehling's test
    • C) Both A and B
    • D) 2,4-DNP test

    Answer: Both A and B

    Explanation: Both Tollens' and Fehling's tests distinguish aldehydes from ketones; 2,4-DNP reacts with both.