AIPMT PRELIMS2006Chemistry-Aldehydes and Ketones
AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Chemistry Reactions of Aldehydes MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
A carbonyl compound reacts with hydrogen cyanide to form cyanohydrin which on hydrolysis forms a racemic mixture of α-hydroxy acid. The carbonyl compound is:
A
acetaldehyde
B
acetone
C
diethyl ketone
D
formaldehyde
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Acetaldehyde reacts with hydrogen cyanide to form a cyanohydrin, which upon hydrolysis forms a racemic mixture of α-hydroxy acid due to the presence of a chiral center.
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