STANDARDChemistry-Aldehydes and Ketones
STANDARD Chemistry Chlorination and Hydrolysis MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
Study the following sequence of reactions and identify the compounds (X) and (Y).
A
X-Benzaldehyde Y-Benzoic acid
B
X-2-Chlorotoluene Y-2-Chlorobenzoic acid
C
X-2,4-Dichlorobenzene Y-Benzoic acid
D
X-Benzal chloride Y-Benzaldehyde
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
The reaction sequence involves chlorination followed by hydrolysis, leading to the formation of benzal chloride and then benzaldehyde.
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