NEET Chemistry Preparation MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about the preparation of aldehydes and ketones is correct?
Benzaldehyde can be prepared by side chain chlorination of toluene followed by hydrolysis.
Aldehydes can only be prepared through oxidation of primary alcohols.
All aldehydes can be synthesized from ketones through reduction reactions.
Acid chlorides can be converted directly to aldehydes by hydrolysis in water.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Benzaldehyde can indeed be prepared through the side chain chlorination of toluene followed by hydrolysis, as discussed in the preparation methods for aldehydes. The other options contain inaccuracies regarding the methods of preparation.
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