JEE Mains · Chemistry · STD 12 -8.1. Aldehydes and ketones
Which among the above compound/s does/do not form Silver mirror when treated with Tollen's reagent?

- A Only \((II)\)
- B \((I), (III)\) and \((IV)\) only
- C \((III)\) and \((IV)\) only
- D Only \((IV)\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) Only \((II)\)
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Detailed explanation
Aldehydes and hemiacetal give \(\oplus\) \(ve\) Tollen's Test (Silver mirror test)
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