KCET · Chemistry · Aldehydes and Ketones
In the reaction,

Formation of \(X, Y\) and \(Z\) are known by
- A Rosenmund reduction, Cannizzaro reaction
- B Clemmensen reduction, Sandmeyer reaction
- C Wolff-Kishner reaction, Wurtz reaction
- D Stephen reaction, Canizzaro reaction
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(D) Stephen reaction, Canizzaro reaction
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
The given reaction can be completed as
follows.

Formation of ' \(X\) ' involves Stephen reaction whereas the later part involves Cannizzaro reaction.
follows.

Formation of ' \(X\) ' involves Stephen reaction whereas the later part involves Cannizzaro reaction.
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