NEET2018Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

NEET 2018 Chemistry Organic Chemistry MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Compound A, C₈H₈O, is found to react with NaOH (produced by reacting Y with NaOH) and yields a yellow precipitate with characteristic smell. A and Y are respectively __________.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

The reaction described is characteristic of iodoform test, which is positive for methyl ketones. The structure in option C matches this description.

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