NEETChemistry-Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

NEET Chemistry Reactions of Aldehydes MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12

An organic compound (X) with molecular formula C₉H₁₀O gives positive 2,⁴⁻DNP and Tollens' tests. It undergoes Cannizzaro reaction and on vigorous oxidation it gives 1,⁴⁻benzenedicarboxylic acid. Compound (X) is

A

benzaldehyde

B

o-methylbenzaldehyde

C

p-ethylbenzaldehyde

D

2,²⁻dimethylhexanal

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The compound is o-methylbenzaldehyde, which fits the given reactions and tests, including Cannizzaro reaction and oxidation to a dicarboxylic acid.

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