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COMEDK · Chemistry · 27. Aldehydes and Ketones

Given are the names of 4 compounds. Two of these compounds will not undergo Cannizzaro's reaction. Identify the two.
A. 2-Chlorobutanal
B. 2,2-Dimethylpropanal
C. Benzaldehyde
D. 2-Phenyl ethanol

  1. A D & C
  2. B A & D
  3. C A & B
  4. D C & B
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(B) A & D

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Cannizzaro reaction is a disproportionation reaction given by aldehydes that do not possess any \(\alpha\)-hydrogen atom. In the presence of a strong base, these aldehydes undergo self-oxidation and reduction to form a carboxylic acid salt and an alcohol. Analyzing the given…