MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #548

A fragrance manufacturer needs to synthesize a specific aldehyde-based scent. What would be the most suitable reagent for this task?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #548

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A fragrance manufacturer needs to synthesize a specific aldehyde-based scent. What would be the most suitable reagent for this task?

    • A) Sodium borohydride
    • B) Hydroxylamine
    • C) Acetic anhydride
    • D) Methylmagnesium bromide

    Answer: Hydroxylamine

    Explanation: Hydroxylamine is typically used to synthesize aldehydes from ketones through oxidation.