BITSAT2011ChemistryAldehydes and KetonesActual
Acetaldehyde and acetone can be distinguished by :
Options
- AIodoform test
- BNitroprusside test
- CFehlings solution test
- DC & P test
Correct answer
C. Fehlings solution test
Step-by-step solution
Acetaldehyde is easily oxidised to acetic acid by a mild oxidising agent like Fehling solution. Acetone is not easily oxidised. Both acetone and acetaldehyde give iodoform test. Other two conditions are not relevant to aldehydes and ketones.