NEET Chemistry · Hard

Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids: Distinction MCQ

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DistinctionHardQuestion 40019

Question

Which reagent distinguishes aldehyde and ketone best in routine NEET questions?

  1. A
    Tollens reagent
    Correct
  2. B
    bromine water
  3. C
    FeCl3_3
  4. D
    Lucas reagent

Correct answer

Tollens reagent

Explanation

Aldehydes reduce it while ketones usually do not.