AP EAMCET2006ChemistryAldehydes and Ketones
When acetaldehyde is heated with Fehling solution, a red precipitate is formed. Which of the following is that?
Options
- ACu ₂ O
- BCu
- CCuO
- DCuSO ₄
Correct answer
A. Cu ₂ O
Step-by-step solution
When acetaldehyde is heated with Fehling solution, a red precipitate of Cu ₂ O is obtained. CH ₃ CHO +2 Cu ( OH )₂+ NaOH CH ₃ COONa + Cu ₂ O (Red)+3 H ₂ O