MHT CET2007ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
Which does not react with Fehling's solution?
Options
- ACH ₃ CHO
- BC ₆ H ₅ CHO
- CC ₆ H ₁₂ O ₆
- DHCOOH
Correct answer
B. C ₆ H ₅ CHO
Step-by-step solution
Aromatic aldehyde i e, C ₆ H ₅ CHO are not able to reduce Fehling's solution but it gives Cannizaro's reaction with alkali.