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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