MHT CET202620 April 2026Evening ShiftChemistryAldehydes and KetonesActual
Which of the following compounds exhibits Schiff test?
Options
- AKetones
- BCarboxylic acids
- CAldehydes
- DEthers
Correct answer
C. Aldehydes
Step-by-step solution
Schiff's reagent is a dilute solution of rosaniline hydrochloride (magenta dye) whose pink colour has been discharged by passing SO₂ . When an aldehyde is treated with Schiff's reagent, the pink or magenta colour is restored. Ketones, carboxylic acids, and ethers do not respond to this test. Therefore, aldehydes exhibit the Schiff test. Answer: Aldehydes