AIIMS2014Chemistry-Aldehyde preparation

AIIMS 2014 Chemistry Aldehyde preparation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

CH2 = CH2 + H2O Pd2+ → CH3CHO

A

CH3CN SnCl2/HCl → CH3CH = NH H3O+ → CH3CHO

B

CH3COCl + H2 Pd/BaSO4 → CH3CO + HCl

C

CH2 = CH2 + H2O Pd2+ → CH3CHO

D

All of the above

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

The correct answer is C) CH2 = CH2 + H2O Pd2+ → CH3CHO because this reaction illustrates the hydration of ethylene (CH2=CH2) in the presence of palladium(II) ions (Pd2+), leading to the formation of acetaldehyde (CH3CHO) through the addition of water. This process is a direct method for converting an alkene to an aldehyde, demonstrating the key concept of aldehyde preparation.

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