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STANDARD Chemistry Detection of Functional Groups MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

A

FeCl₃ is used in the detection of phenols.

B

Fehling solution is used in the detection of glucose.

C

Tollens' reagent is used in the detection of unsaturation.

D

NaHSO₃ is used in the detection of carbonyl compounds.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Tollens' reagent is used to detect aldehyde groups, not unsaturation. It forms a silver mirror with aldehydes.

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