JEE Main 2009ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersMediumMCQ

JEE Main 2009Alcohols Phenols and Ethers Question with Solution

JEE Main 2009

Question

In Cannizzaro reaction qiven below

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Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Correct answer
Bthe transfer of hydride to the carbonyl group

Step-by-step explanation

Hydride transfer is the slowest step.

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