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What is the primary transformation that occurs in the Cannizzaro...
What is the primary transformation that occurs in the Cannizzaro reaction?
Options
- AReduction of aldehydes to alcohols
- BOxidation of aldehydes to carboxylic acid salts
- CConversion of aldehydes to ketones
- DFormation of aldehyde dimers
Correct answer
B. Oxidation of aldehydes to carboxylic acid salts
Step-by-step solution
The primary transformation in the Cannizzaro reaction is the oxidation of aldehydes to carboxylic acid salts.