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What is the role of anhydrous aluminium chloride or cuprous chloride in the Gatterman-Koch reaction?

Options

  1. AReducing agent
  2. BCatalyst
  3. CSolvent
  4. DOxidizing agent

Correct answer

B. Catalyst

Step-by-step solution

Anhydrous aluminium chloride or cuprous chloride acts as a catalyst in the Gatterman-Koch reaction, facilitating the conversion of benzene or its derivatives to benzaldehyde.

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