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MHT CET · Chemistry · Aldehydes and Ketones

Which of the following is most reactive towards addition reaction of hydrogen cyanide to form corresponding cynohydrin?

  1. A Acetone
  2. B Formaldehyde
  3. C Acetaldehyde
  4. D Diethylketone
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(B) Formaldehyde

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Rate of neutrophilic addition reaction is 1 hinderance