JEE Main 2013ChemistryAldehydes and KetonesMediumMCQ

JEE Main 2013Aldehydes and Ketones Question with Solution

JEE Main 2013 (09 Apr Online)

Question

Formaldehyde can be distinguished from acetaldehyde by the use of :

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Correct answer
C /Alkali

Step-by-step explanation

Only acetaldehyde and methyl ketones give iodoform test.

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